Anti-CEC protest fallout: Supreme Court issues fresh directions to Centre, Delhi Police
The court said 7,000 people were detained and ordered free movement, normal transit and uninterrupted internet after the crackdown.
- The Supreme Court Sunday ordered the restoration of all Metro, train, and Internet services in Delhi, ensuring Free movement of people across the national capital in accordance with law.
- Justice Bagchi noted flagrant violations of earlier directions, citing the closure of 45 out of 303 stations, Internet shutdowns, and a curfew-like situation that subjected residents to undue harassment.
- Senior Shadan Farasat told the court, 'I was also brutalised, along with a large number of lawyers,' while Guruswamy noted his junior was dropped 11 kms away, highlighting 7,000 illegal Detentions.
- Solicitor General Tushar Mehta told the court that services are back to normal, though the bench mandated that Metro and rail facilities function normally while permitting Smooth movement.
- Illegal Detentions of peaceful people were barred outside areas where Section 163 of the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita is imposed; the bench stated, 'We are always at the service of the nation.
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SC bars illegal detention; orders normal Metro, rail, net services
The Supreme Court intervened to protect the rights of peaceful protesters against the actions of Delhi authorities. It directed that Metro and railway services operate normally while allowing the free movement of people. Authorities were instructed to avoid illegal detentions and review any restrictions imposed. The court took note of reports claiming police misconduct during the protests on Saturday. A further hearing on the matter is scheduled…
Anti-CEC protest fallout: Supreme Court issues fresh directions to Centre, Delhi Police
The Supreme Court held a special hearing on Sunday over allegations of mass detentions and restrictions on public movement during the October 10 anti-CEC protest in Delhi. The Court directed authorities to ensure normal Metro and train services, unhindered internet access and free movement, while stressing that restrictions must be reasonable to maintain public order. It also issued notice on a contempt petition and sought explanations from the …
SC orders restoration of metro, train, internet and movement rights in Sunday special bench hearing
Special bench of justices J. Bagchi and V. Mohana passed the order after hearing a group of senior advocates flagging restrictions on movement and illegal detentions for over two hours.
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