‘System needs to take a pause’: Protest erupts at IIT Delhi days after student’s death
IIT Delhi students boycotted classes demanding justice for a deceased peer. They sought an independent probe into administrative failures and accountability for officials. Protesters also highlighted issues like academic project denial and inadequate support systems. The administration met with students, agreeing to consider compensation and an inquiry. Students condemned alleged moral profiling…
The Supreme Court has allowed a five-member high-powered enquiry committee, led by former judge Justice R Subhash Reddy, to proceed with its independent investigation into allegations of excessive force during a July 20 protest in Delhi. Petitioners have requested the committee's reconstitution and an expanded probe into the possible involvement of Union home minister Amit Shah and other senior government and police officials.
The court emphasized that the panel should work under its direct supervision and encouraged any concerns to be raised with the court as the inquiry progresses.
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