What happened (Supreme Court guidance on NEET-UG protest handling)
The Supreme Court advised authorities against an aggressive approach toward students, youth, and organisers involved in NEET-UG paper-leak protest activities. Chief Justice of India said the better course is to counsel and reason with protesters, listen to their concerns, and address the situation without harsh repression.
The Supreme Court stressed conciliation, counselling, and peace. The Court also warned that authorities should pacify youngsters even where some participants are involved in stone-pelting, adding that aggression could worsen the situation and lead to further violations.
Background (petition by Manish Kumar Solanki and police action in Delhi)
The Supreme Court was hearing a petition filed by retired Air Force officer Manish Kumar Solanki. The petition argued that the government response was overly accommodating toward organisers of a Cockroach Janta Party-linked demonstration that mobilised students and youth from across the country.
The petition stated that a police crackdown followed in Delhi on 20 July 2026. The petition also raised a delay claim, stating that no action had been taken against organisers 15 days after the incident.
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