Don’t drag SC into any politics: CJI to lawyers New Delhi: Chief Justice of India (CJI) Surya Kant on Monday said the Supreme Court should not be “dragged into any politics” amid the ongoing protests against the alleged crackdown on demonstrators in Delhi, urging lawyers to ensure that the functioning of the top court and the movement of lawyers, court staff and litigants remain unhindered Published on: Oct 13, 2026, 07:46:30 IST By Utkarsh Anand Prefer HTon Google Share via Copy link
Don’t drag SC into any politics: CJI to lawyers
Chief Justice of India Surya Kant urged lawyers on Monday to keep the Supreme Court out of politics. Speaking amid ongoing protests in Delhi against an alleged crackdown on demonstrators, the CJI asked lawyers to ensure that court functioning and the movement of staff and litigants remain unhindered.
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What happened
Chief Justice of India Surya Kant has urged lawyers not to drag the Supreme Court into politics amidst ongoing protests in Delhi.
Why it matters
When political controversies spill over into the highest court of the country, it can delay urgent justice for ordinary citizens whose cases are pending. Keeping the Supreme Court functioning smoothly ensures that people can access their fundamental rights and legal remedies without disruption.
Impact
Lawyers and bar associations are expected to maintain judicial decorum and ensure court proceedings continue unhindered despite ongoing political protests.
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