‘No plea filed on CJP protest police action’: CJI Kant fumes at ‘reckless reporting’ of ‘refusing’ to hear matter

India's Chief Justice of India (CJI) has sharply criticized media reporting concerning a protest, calling it 'reckless' and inaccurate. The CJI's strong remarks on Friday addressed claims that the court had refused to hear a matter related to police action during a demonstration.

The Chief Justice's frustration stemmed from reports suggesting the court's unwillingness to engage with the issue. This criticism highlights a growing tension between the judiciary and sections of the media over reporting on sensitive matters, particularly those involving public protests and state actions.

These judicial comments occurred as activist Sonam Wangchuk concluded his 26-day hunger strike. Wangchuk ended his protest after receiving assurances from the central government, signaling a potential de-escalation of the situation that had garnered significant attention.