New Delhi: Union Minister JP Nadda has welcomed the Supreme Court’s decision to quash FIRs registered between July 20 and 25 against student protesters, following the Cockroach Janata Party’s decision to withdraw its proposed protest march in Delhi on September 5.
Nadda, who was part of the government delegation that held discussions with representatives of the CJP, said the Centre would fulfil the group’s demands concerning educational reforms. He stressed that protecting the future and interests of young people remained a key priority for the government.
The Union Minister said the government had earlier assured protesters that cases filed against students would be withdrawn and that they would not face harsh action in the future. Following consultations with BJP ruled state governments, steps have now been taken to implement that assurance, he said.
Nadda also welcomed the CJP’s decision to cancel its September 5 march and reiterated that participants in the Jantar Mantar protests would not face further action in connection with the demonstrations.
The CJP withdrew its call for the Delhi march after the Centre initiated measures to withdraw cases against protesters. During the Supreme Court hearing, party spokesperson Saurav Das informed a bench headed by Chief Justice of India Surya Kant that the decision had been taken in view of the government’s steps.
The government also urged the Supreme Court to exercise its powers to close FIRs registered against NEET protesters during the July 20 to 25 period across the country.
The court, however, clarified that Delhi Police could proceed with FIRs against 2,873 individuals identified as having serious criminal antecedents, while ensuring that the proceedings did not prejudice other parties.
The developments mark a significant step toward resolving the dispute between the student protesters and the government, with educational reforms and the future of students remaining at the centre of discussions.
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