NLSIU students object to Bar Council chief, CJI Surya Kant attending convocation amid NALSAR row
They have also demanded an unconditional apology from BCI to the student and faculty community of the NALSAR University of Law, Hyderabad.
Students at the National Law School of India University (NLSIU) have taken issue with the Bar Council of India (BCI) Chairman Manan Kumar Mishra and Chief Justice of India (CJI) Surya Kant attending the school's convocation. The students, along with 409 current students and 128 alumni, have issued a statement demanding an unconditional apology from the BCI to the NALSAR University of Law, Hyderabad.
This follows BCI's decision to halt and then restore enrolment for NALSAR's 2026 graduating batch, who had objected to CJI Surya Kant's proposed attendance at their convocation. The statement emphasized that Mishra does not represent the entire Bar Council, and thus lacks the authority to issue unilateral orders. The students highlighted that the Bar Council of India is composed of the Attorney General, Solicitor General, and one representative from each State Bar Council.
They called for clarity from the BCI on the use of its official letterhead by the Chairman. The students' primary demand is for the BCI to apologize for infringing on the fundamental right to free speech and expression. They also demanded an explanation of the protocol for the Chairman's use of the BCI's letterhead and disapproval of Mishra's attendance without consequence.
Additionally, they expressed solidarity with NALSAR's request to reconsider CJI Surya Kant's role as the chief guest, citing the same concerns.
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