Delhi High Court Refuses Urgent Hearing on Plea Alleging Police Force Against Student Protesters

The Delhi High Court on Tuesday declined to urgently list a petition that accused Delhi Police of using excessive force against students who participated in a protest march organized by the Cockroach Janta Party. The protest was held on Monday, with participants marching towards Parliament. The petitioners claimed that police actions violated the students' rights and sought an urgent hearing. However, the court refused, stating, 'Don't drag us into it.' The bench did not elaborate further on its decision. The Cockroach Janta Party, a little-known group, has been organizing protests on various issues. Monday's march was part of their ongoing campaign. The petition alleged that police used batons and detained several students without cause. The court's refusal to hear the matter urgently means that the case will now proceed through regular channels. Legal experts say this could delay any potential intervention. The Delhi Police have not yet officially responded to the allegations. This incident adds to ongoing debates about the use of force during protests in the capital. Similar petitions have been filed in the past, with courts often balancing rights to protest with law enforcement concerns.