'Offensive, Humiliating': NLSIU Students, Alumni Oppose CJI Surya Kant, BCI Chief Attending Convocation Over NALSAR Row
Bengaluru: The Students and Alumni of the National Law School of India University (NLSIU) here have opposed CJI Surya Kant and Bar Council of India Chairman Manan Kumar Mishra attending the upcoming convocation of the varsity. In a statement dated August 15, the students and alumni condemned the now-withdrawn BCI order to halt the enrolment of students of NALSAR University of Law, Hyderabad, and…
The National Law School of India University (NLSIU) students and alumni have expressed their vehement opposition to Chief Justice of India Surya Kant and Bar Council of India (BCI) Chairman Manan Kumar Mishra attending the university's convocation. In a statement released on August 15, the students and alumni condemned the BCI's order that halted the enrolment of NALSAR University of Law students, expressing solidarity with the NALSAR students who demonstrated remarkable courage and moral conviction in advocating for their rights.
The statement, signed by 165 Class of 2026 graduates, 409 current students, and 128 alumni, criticized the BCI for attempting to infringe upon the fundamental right to free speech and expression, creating a chilling effect on free speech for students and citizens nationwide. The convocation, which commemorates years of hard work and perseverance for students, is deemed offensive and humiliating when attended by individuals whose views they disapprove.
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