The homeless in India are being denied several Fundamental Rights in their everyday life. First, the Right to Life is violated as hundreds of old and sick homeless people are killed by cold waves during winter due to lack of night shelters, which are available for only five per cent of the three million urban homeless population. Second, the Right to Equality is denied as they cannot obtain ration cards and voting cards in the absence of any 'proof of residence', preventing them from accessing government help as needy patients. Third, the Right against Exploitation is violated as a large number of homeless people work as casual workers earning very low wages.

I would request the Supreme Court to issue the following orders: First, the government should be directed to construct adequate night shelters to protect the homeless from harsh weather conditions. Second, the government should be ordered to issue ration cards and voting cards to homeless persons without requiring 'proof of residence' so they can access essential services. Third, the government should ensure that homeless persons receive medical help as needy patients. Fourth, the government should be directed to implement welfare schemes for casual workers who earn very low wages. These orders would help restore the Fundamental Rights of the homeless and ensure their Right to Life with dignity.