On Monday, the Supreme Court of India ordered the Delhi Police to secure all protected monuments and heritage sites in Delhi from encroachment and vandalism. This directive follows a report by conservationist Swapna Liddle, which highlighted urgent preservation needs. The court, led by Justices Ahsanuddin Amanullah and N Kotiswar Singh, emphasized the police commissioner's personal accountability for ensuring compliance with its orders. The court's decision came during a hearing of a petition filed by Delhi resident Rajeev Suri, which initially sought protection for the Gumti of Shaikh Ali in Defence Colony but was expanded to cover all heritage structures in the city. The court expressed concern over the neglect of several sites, including Mughal-era structures at the Delhi Golf Club, and criticized the New Delhi Municipal Council (NDMC) for failing to maintain these sites. The NDMC was ordered to explain its lack of oversight, while the Delhi government was urged to expedite the formal notification of 48 monuments that have been pending since 2015. The court's actions underscore the urgent need for effective preservation of Delhi's rich heritage.