A Judgment that Strengthens Public Safety
The Supreme Court has sent a powerful message: passenger safety cannot be compromised.
The era of manufacturers, maintenance contractors and building owners shifting blame onto one another is over. Every stakeholder connected with a lift has a legal duty to ensure that it remains safe throughout its service life.
For millions of Indians who step into elevators every day without a second thought, this judgment is a welcome affirmation that the law stands firmly on the side of passenger safety.
Awareness is the first step towards prevention. Share this information with your family, friends, neighbours and Resident Welfare Associations. It may one day save a life.
Judgment dated 29.7.2026 of the Supreme Court in Civil Appeal No.4081 of 2014 of M/s. Otis Elevator Co. (India) Ltd Vs. Rashmi Handa and others with connected civil appeal.

