SC orders release of protesters below 18 with no criminal record, bars coercive action

New Delhi: The Supreme Court on Tuesday, July 28, directed the release of student protesters who are under 18 and have no criminal records, and asked authorities to preserve electronic and digital evidence relating to the recent nationwide stir over the NEET paper leak.

A bench headed by Chief Justice of India Surya Kant observed that allegations of police excesses against students prima facie warrant a fair and independent investigation.