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Supreme Court Quashes FIRs Against CJP Protesters

FIRs against CJP protesters quashed, protest march cancelled.

Mumbai Alert · Politics Desk
Mumbai Alert · Politics Desk
Politics Desk · Mumbai Alert News · Tue, 01 September 2026 at 03:58 pm
Supreme Court Quashes FIRs Against CJP Protesters

The Supreme Court has quashed all FIRs registered against protesters associated with the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) in connection with student protests held in July. The decision was made under Article 142 of the Constitution to ensure complete justice.

The Centre and several state governments, including Maharashtra, Assam, Bihar, and West Bengal, had approached the apex court seeking the quashing of criminal cases filed against students who participated in protests over alleged paper leaks in Delhi and other parts of the country.

A three-judge bench led by Chief Justice of India Surya Kant took up the applications and made the decision. The CJP had announced a protest march scheduled for September 5, but it was withdrawn following assurances from the Centre and the proceedings before the Supreme Court.

Saurav Das, co-convenor of the CJP, stated that the organisation would now look forward to compliance with the Supreme Court's order. The apex court's intervention brings relief to students who faced criminal cases following the July protests.

The student protests were held in response to alleged paper leaks in Delhi and other parts of the country. The protests had led to the registration of FIRs against the protesters, which have now been quashed by the Supreme Court.

The decision is a significant development in the case, and it is expected to have a positive impact on the students who were facing criminal cases. The CJP had called for a protest march to demand justice for the students, but it has now been withdrawn.

The Supreme Court's decision is a testament to its commitment to upholding the rights of citizens and ensuring that justice is served. The court's intervention has brought relief to the students and has helped to prevent further unrest.

The case highlights the importance of the judiciary in ensuring that the rights of citizens are protected. The Supreme Court's decision is a significant step towards upholding the rule of law and promoting justice in the country.

In conclusion, the Supreme Court's decision to quash the FIRs against CJP protesters is a significant development that brings relief to the students who were facing criminal cases. The decision is a testament to the court's commitment to upholding the rights of citizens and ensuring that justice is served.

Frequently asked questions

What was the Supreme Court's decision on the CJP protesters' case?

The Supreme Court quashed all FIRs registered against protesters associated with the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) in connection with student protests held in July.

Why did the CJP withdraw its call for a protest march?

The CJP withdrew its call for a protest march scheduled for September 5 following assurances from the Centre and the proceedings before the Supreme Court.

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