Misquoted: CJI on 'don't have time to watch videos' remark amid protest crackdown
Chief Justice of India Surya Kant said he was "misquoted" in media reports amid the CJP protest controversy, reiterating that the Supreme Court is open to all and never refuses to hear cases, while stressing that judicial procedures must be followed.
Chief Justice of India (CJI) Surya Kant on Friday said he had been misquoted in media reports amid the controversy surrounding the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) protest videos, asserting that the Supreme Court remains accessible to every citizen and never refuses to hear any matter.
Speaking on the sidelines of the UNCITRAL conference, the CJI clarified his earlier remarks, which had sparked political debate and drawn criticism from sections of the student movement.
"I have been misquoted in the media," the CJI said.
Emphasising the accessibility of the apex court, he said, "The Supreme Court is open to all persons. We are open 24/7. The Supreme Court never refuses to hear any issue."
Referring to petitions connected to the ongoing protests, the CJI noted that matters mentioned before the court on Friday had already been listed for hearing.
"There were petitions mentioned today which are being heard on Monday," he said.
COURT OPEN BUT FOLLOW PROCEDURES
However, he underlined that while the court remains open to everyone, judicial procedures must be followed.
"If you send a letter and say you must hear me, that cannot happen," the CJI said, indicating that cases are taken up in accordance with established legal processes.
Asked about allegations by some protesters that the formation of the Cockroach Janta Party was triggered by his earlier remarks, the Chief Justice declined to comment.
"No comments," he said.
CJP INTENSIFIES AGITATION
Earlier in the day, the CJP had intensified its agitation over the NEET-UG paper leak controversy, demanding the resignation of Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan and reforms in the examination system.
Speaking separately, the CJI said India has been at the forefront of international judicial cooperation and that such engagements help showcase the country's legal and technological advancements to the world.
"Judicial cooperation will benefit everyone by showcasing India's development and technology to the world," he said.
Chief Justice of India (CJI) Surya Kant on Friday said he had been misquoted in media reports amid the controversy surrounding the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) protest videos, asserting that the Supreme Court remains accessible to every citizen and never refuses to hear any matter.
Speaking on the sidelines of the UNCITRAL conference, the CJI clarified his earlier remarks, which had sparked political debate and drawn criticism from sections of the student movement.
"I have been misquoted in the media," the CJI said.
Emphasising the accessibility of the apex court, he said, "The Supreme Court is open to all persons. We are open 24/7. The Supreme Court never refuses to hear any issue."
Referring to petitions connected to the ongoing protests, the CJI noted that matters mentioned before the court on Friday had already been listed for hearing.
"There were petitions mentioned today which are being heard on Monday," he said.
COURT OPEN BUT FOLLOW PROCEDURES
However, he underlined that while the court remains open to everyone, judicial procedures must be followed.
"If you send a letter and say you must hear me, that cannot happen," the CJI said, indicating that cases are taken up in accordance with established legal processes.
Asked about allegations by some protesters that the formation of the Cockroach Janta Party was triggered by his earlier remarks, the Chief Justice declined to comment.
"No comments," he said.
CJP INTENSIFIES AGITATION
Earlier in the day, the CJP had intensified its agitation over the NEET-UG paper leak controversy, demanding the resignation of Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan and reforms in the examination system.
Speaking separately, the CJI said India has been at the forefront of international judicial cooperation and that such engagements help showcase the country's legal and technological advancements to the world.
"Judicial cooperation will benefit everyone by showcasing India's development and technology to the world," he said.
Chief Justice of India (CJI) Surya Kant on Friday said he had been misquoted in media reports amid the controversy surrounding the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) protest videos, asserting that the Supreme Court remains accessible to every citizen and never refuses to hear any matter.
Speaking on the sidelines of the UNCITRAL conference, the CJI clarified his earlier remarks, which had sparked political debate and drawn criticism from sections of the student movement.
"I have been misquoted in the media," the CJI said.
Emphasising the accessibility of the apex court, he said, "The Supreme Court is open to all persons. We are open 24/7. The Supreme Court never refuses to hear any issue."
Referring to petitions connected to the ongoing protests, the CJI noted that matters mentioned before the court on Friday had already been listed for hearing.
"There were petitions mentioned today which are being heard on Monday," he said.
COURT OPEN BUT FOLLOW PROCEDURES
However, he underlined that while the court remains open to everyone, judicial procedures must be followed.
"If you send a letter and say you must hear me, that cannot happen," the CJI said, indicating that cases are taken up in accordance with established legal processes.
Asked about allegations by some protesters that the formation of the Cockroach Janta Party was triggered by his earlier remarks, the Chief Justice declined to comment.
"No comments," he said.
CJP INTENSIFIES AGITATION
Earlier in the day, the CJP had intensified its agitation over the NEET-UG paper leak controversy, demanding the resignation of Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan and reforms in the examination system.
Speaking separately, the CJI said India has been at the forefront of international judicial cooperation and that such engagements help showcase the country's legal and technological advancements to the world.
"Judicial cooperation will benefit everyone by showcasing India's development and technology to the world," he said.
