The Supreme Court of India on Friday refused to review its earlier order quashing FIRs against students and youth who participated in the NEET‑UG 2026 paper leak protests. The decision reaffirms the court’s stance that the move was guided by concern for students’ futures and the principle of complete justice.
Chief Justice Surya Kant, heading the bench, observed that the September 1 order was passed under the court’s extraordinary constitutional powers to ensure fairness and protect young aspirants from long‑term consequences of police action. The FIRs, filed after the July 20 protests in Delhi, had drawn criticism for alleged excessive force used by law enforcement.
The protests, led by student groups including the All India Students’ Association (AISA), erupted after the National Testing Agency (NTA) cancelled the NEET‑UG exam amid paper leak allegations. Demonstrators at Jantar Mantar demanded accountability and reforms in the examination system.
By refusing to reopen the case, the Supreme Court signaled closure on the legal front while emphasizing compassion toward students affected by administrative lapses. The ruling is expected to influence future judicial approaches to youth‑led protests and education‑related grievances.
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