The Bar Council of India (BCI) issued a directive to block 2026 NALSAR graduates from enrolling.
This action prevents students from practicing law at any State Bar Council until further notice.
The move stems from a student-led campaign against an invitation to Justice Surya Kant.
Students protested the Justice's scheduled appearance at their upcoming convocation ceremony.
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The BCI described the student campaign as derogatory and damaging to the judiciary's dignity.
This suspension creates immediate professional uncertainty for the entire 2026 graduating batch.
Some reports indicate the BCI may have reversed the decision shortly after the initial order.
Separately, the Supreme Court has mandated state bar councils to hold elections by early 2026.
Failure to comply with election timelines may lead to further judicial consequences for the councils.
The standoff highlights growing tensions between student activism and legal regulatory bodies.
Legal experts are monitoring the situation for potential constitutional and freedom of speech implications.
Resolution of the enrollment ban remains pending as the university and BCI engage in dialogue.