Guwahati, Aug. 12 -- The Supreme Court on August 12 said authorities dealing with illegal constructions have to enforce the law while also considering the impact of demolition on families who may be left without a home.

A bench headed by Chief Justice of India Surya Kant and comprising Justices Joymalya Bagchi and V Mohana made the observation while hearing a petition filed by the Centre for Law and Good Governance, a non-political organisation. The petition sought a common policy for dealing with long-standing unauthorised constructions and rehabilitating families affected by their demolition.

The court, however, declined to frame a uniform policy, observing that circumstances and requirements differ across states and Union Territories...