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Sibal criticises police action against CJP protesters in Delhi
Senior Congress leader Kapil Sibal has expressed disappointment with the Supreme Court's response to police crackdowns on Chief Justice of India protesters, saying he has lost faith in the institution.
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Congress MP Kapil Sibal has voiced strong criticism of law enforcement action against demonstrators protesting against the Chief Justice of India in the national capital, indicating his disillusionment with the judicial system's intervention.
Sibal's remarks underscore growing concerns within opposition circles regarding police handling of demonstrations and what he characterises as the Supreme Court's ineffective response to alleged overreach by authorities.
The senior lawyer-turned-politician suggested he has exhausted faith in the court's ability to address such matters, citing repeated unsuccessful attempts to seek judicial intervention on various issues.
His comments reflect broader tensions between the government, judiciary, and civil society over the treatment of protesters and freedom of expression in the capital, amid ongoing debates about the scope of police powers during public demonstrations.
The incident has reignited discussions about the independence of the judiciary and its role in safeguarding citizens' constitutional rights to protest and dissent.