Archive · 22 Jul 2026
CJI Surya Kant Rejects Plea on Police Brutality at CJP Protests
The Chief Justice of India, Surya Kant, recently rejected a plea asking the Supreme Court to intervene in a case involving police brutality against protestors from the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP).
The protestors and their lawyers wanted the court to look at videos showing the police actions, but the Chief Justice said the court doesn't have time to watch videos.
The protestors were demonstrating about important issues like a leaked exam paper and changes in exam administration.
Earlier, the Chief Justice had used the term 'cockroaches' to describe young people without jobs who turn to journalism and activism, which sparked the creation of the CJP.
Despite the controversy, the Supreme Court decided not to take up the case.
CJI Surya Kant rejected a plea for Supreme Court intervention in police brutality during CJP protests.
The plea was dismissed, with the CJI stating the court does not have time to watch videos.
Protestors were demonstrating against issues like the NEET-UG 2026 paper leak and exam administration.
CJP is a satirical platform turned movement that gained millions of followers and mobilized protests.
CJI's previous comments about 'cockroaches' sparked the creation of the CJP.
- Who
- Chief Justice of India Surya Kant, lawyers, protestors, Cockroach Janta Party (CJP)
- What
- Rejection of a plea for Supreme Court intervention in police brutality during CJP protests
- When
- Wednesday (specific date not mentioned)
- Where
- Supreme Court of India
- Why
- CJI Surya Kant stated the court does not have time to watch videos and dismissed the plea
Protestors and Lawyers
Supreme Court and CJI Surya Kant
Importance of Video Evidence
Protestors and Lawyers
Protestors and lawyers argue that video evidence is crucial to understanding the extent of police brutality and the need for judicial intervention.
Supreme Court and CJI Surya Kant
CJI Surya Kant dismisses the importance of video evidence, stating that the court does not have time to watch videos.
Public Concern and Judicial Responsibility
Protestors and Lawyers
Protestors and lawyers believe the Supreme Court should address issues of public concern, such as the NEET-UG 2026 paper leak and police brutality, on its own initiative.
Supreme Court and CJI Surya Kant
CJI Surya Kant and the Supreme Court bench reject the plea, indicating that they do not see the need for immediate judicial intervention.
- Date of Plea
- Wednesday (specific date not mentioned)
- Issues Raised
- Police brutality during CJP protests, NEET-UG 2026 paper leak, exam administration, NTA changes
- CJP
- Cockroach Janta Party, a satirical platform turned movement
- CJI's Previous Comments
- Used the term 'cockroaches' to describe young people without jobs turning to journalism and activism
- CJP's Growth
- Gained millions of social media followers in two months and mobilized tens of thousands to protests