On CJP Sept 5 Delhi march, Supreme Court’s direction to government

The Supreme Court is set to review a petition on Tuesday, seeking the dismissal of cases filed against students who participated in protests over the alleged NEET question paper leak in July. Chief Justice of India Surya Kant expressed willingness to hear the case if the parties reach a resolution. Solicitor General Tushar Mehta presented the request to the bench, consisting of Justices Joymalya Bagchi and V Mohana.

The court had previously called off the protests on July 25 after assurances that all four demands would be addressed, but three remain pending: compensation for families of students, withdrawal of FIRs, and no action against student protesters. The court also heard a petition concerning the Cockroach Janata Party's (CJP) planned September 5 march in Delhi, urging all participants to respect and follow the law.

Advocate Syed Rizwan Ahmed argued that the CJP had not sought permission for the march, anticipating a showdown with law enforcement ahead of the BRICS summit. He cautioned that the march could escalate into a lawless situation, especially with international dignitaries set to arrive for the summit. CJI Kant emphasized that maintaining law and order is the responsibility of the Centre and Delhi Police, and urged the petitioner to approach them if there are alarming situations.