The Delhi High Court expressed alarm over increasing student suicides, stressing the urgent need for an effective Anti-Ragging Helpline. It said the Supreme Court’s National Task Force must review UGC and C4Y’s role in the programme.
Today, On 24th April, The Supreme Court has slammed the suicides linked to caste discrimination in higher educational institutions, calling it “extremely unfortunate.” It has granted the University Grants Commission (UGC) permission to announce new regulations aimed at addressing caste-based discrimination and preventing such tragic incidents.
Radhika Vemula and Abeda Salim Tadvi filed a Public Interest Litigation in the Supreme Court of India, highlighting caste-based discrimination linked to their children’s suicides. The Court allows suggestions for UGC regulations to address such discrimination in higher education. Measures for better enforcement and protection for students are critically discussed.
The Supreme Court has requested a response from Maharashtra authorities regarding a petition claiming illegal demolition of a house and shop in Sindhudurg, prompted by a false complaint related to anti-India slogans. The petitioner argues this action violated a prior ruling mandating proper notice before demolitions, alleging political motivation behind the decision.
The Supreme Court of India has established a special task force to address rising student suicides in educational institutions, particularly linked to issues like ragging and harassment. Led by former Supreme Court judge S Ravindra Bhat, the task force comprises top officials and must submit a report within four months to identify causes and preventative measures.
Justice Sanjiv Khanna presided over a Supreme Court case where a petitioner threatened suicide if his plea was rejected due to an IIT rejection. The judge advised the petitioner against such statements, suggested seeking legal aid and counseling, and ultimately rejected the ambiguous petition with excessive respondents, including the Prime Minister and judges.