Archive · 23 Jul 2026
CJI Surya Kant dismisses plea on police action during CJP protest
The Chief Justice of India, Surya Kant, told a lawyer not to waste the court's time by presenting videos showing police actions during a protest.
The protest was organized by the Cockroach Janata Party (CJP) on July 20, demanding the resignation of the Union Education Minister over exam paper leaks.
The court refused to urgently consider the petition, stating they are not interested in watching videos.
CJP organized a protest on July 20 demanding the resignation of Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan over exam paper leaks.
Protesters alleged police atrocities during the protest.
A plea was filed in court to address the police action during the protest.
CJI Surya Kant dismissed the plea, stating the court is not interested in videos showing police actions.
The court refused to allow urgent listing of the petition.
- Who
- Chief Justice of India Surya Kant, Protesters, Delhi Police
- What
- Dismissal of a plea regarding police action during a protest
- When
- July 20 (protest), Wednesday (court hearing)
- Where
- Delhi, India
- Why
- To seek the resignation of Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan over exam paper leaks and address alleged police atrocities during the protest
Protesters and Petitioners
Chief Justice of India Surya Kant
Importance of Evidence
Protesters and Petitioners
Protesters and petitioners believe that videos showing police atrocities are crucial evidence that should be considered by the court.
Chief Justice of India Surya Kant
CJI Surya Kant stated that the court is not interested in videos and does not have time to watch them, implying they are not relevant or necessary for the case.
- Date of Protest
- July 20
- Protest Organizer
- Cockroach Janata Party (CJP)
- Issue of Protest
- Resignation of Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan over exam paper leaks
- Court's Response
- Refused to allow urgent listing of the petition and dismissed the importance of video evidence
