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The Supreme Court quashed all FIRs against student protesters across India at the government’s request after the CJP called off its September 5 march.
Union Minister JP Nadda (@BJP4India/X via PTI Photo)
Union Minister JP Nadda on Tuesday welcomed the Supreme Court’s decision to quash all FIRs filed between July 20 and 25 against student protesters across the country, after the Cockroach Janata Party (CJP) called off its march on September 5.
Speaking at a press conference, Nadda assured that the Centre would fulfill all the demands made by the CJP on educational reforms, adding that the upliftment of the youth was a top priority.
“Keeping the students’ future in mind, we assured on behalf of the Government of India that the cases registered against the protesting students would be withdrawn and that no harsh action would be taken against them in the future. In line with this, we also consulted with the governments in states ruled by the BJP, and we are now fulfilling that assurance,” he said.
Nadda also welcomed the CJP’s decision to call off the group’s protest march scheduled for September 5 and assured that no action will be taken against those who participated in the Jantar Mantar protests.
Why Did CJP Call Off Its Protest?
The CJP withdrew its call for a protest march in Delhi, with party spokesperson Saurav Das telling the Supreme Court that the decision was taken in view of measures initiated by the Centre to withdraw cases against protesters.
Appearing before a bench headed by Chief Justice of India Surya Kant and comprising Justices Joymala Bagchi and V Mohana, Das read out the CJP’s statement before the court and said the party had decided to withdraw the September 5 march following the steps taken by the Centre.
During the hearing, Solicitor General Tushar Mehta urged the top court to use its powers to close all FIRs against NEET protesters between July 20 and 25 across the country. However, the apex court said Delhi Police shall register FIRs against 2,873 persons with serious criminal antecedents without prejudicing other parties.
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Ask News18No, not all student protesters will avoid future legal action. While the Supreme Court quashed FIRs against student protesters across India, it made an exception for 2,873 individuals identified as having serious criminal antecedents. The apex court directed the Delhi Police to register FIRs against these 2,873 persons with serious criminal records, meaning they will still face legal proceedings.
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