NEET protest: States can withdraw FIRs against students, says Supreme Court; CJP welcomes clarification

Updated On: 03 August, 2026 09:32 PM IST | New Delhi | mid-day online correspondent

Welcoming the apex court's observations, CJP chief spokesperson Saurav Das told reporters that the court had clarified that states, including Delhi and others, would be free to withdraw or close FIRs or file closure reports through the available legal procedures

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The apex court said the expression 'criminal antecedents' should be understood only in that limited context. Representational Pic

The Cockroach Janata Party (CJP) on Monday welcomed the Supreme Court's decision on the withdrawal and closure of FIRs against students and protesters, calling it a 'major victory' for the country's youth.

Welcoming the apex court's observations, CJP chief spokesperson Saurav Das told reporters that the court had clarified that states, including Delhi and others, would be free to withdraw or close FIRs, or file closure reports through the available legal procedures.