BCI reverses ban on NALSAR law graduates, demands identification of protest leaders
BCI punishing students for dissent raises concerns about academic freedom.
The Bar Council of India revoked its order barring 2026 graduates from NALSAR University of Law in Hyderabad from enrolling as advocates after initially prohibiting them due to student protests against Chief Justice Surya Kant's convocation invite. The BCI now demands NALSAR identify those involved in the campaign and will continue its inquiry, ensuring no innocent students suffer.
16 AUG 2026
— NDTV
NLSIU students and alumni oppose the invitation of Chief Justice Surya Kant and BCI chairman Manan Kumar Mishra to their convocation, mirroring a controversy at NALSAR.
18 AUG 2026
— BBC
Nalsar University of Law students demanded the Chief Justice of India's exclusion from their graduation ceremony due to his comments on police brutality.
19 AUG 2026
— The Hindu
Following controversy, the Tamil Nadu government withdrew a directive aimed at preventing student protests.
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