Restores people’s faith in justice system: Sibal after SC’s directions to government on protests
The Supreme Court of India issued directions to ensure peaceful protesters are not illegally detained and that public services like the Delhi Metro remain operational. This follows widespread protests against the Election Commission and subsequent mass detentions.
Why it matters
The court's intervention serves as a check on executive power during civil unrest, emphasizing the protection of professional duties and civil liberties.
Rajya Sabha MP and senior advocate Kapil Sibal on Sunday (October 11, 2026) welcomed the Supreme Court's directions on protests in Delhi, saying the order restored the faith of people and professionals in the country's justice system.
“We are deeply grateful to the Supreme Court of India for passing an order that restores the faith of the Indian people, as well as the faith of professionals, in the justice system of this country,” Mr. Sibal said.
The top court on Sunday (October 11, 2026) directed that people gathering peacefully should not be illegally detained and asked the Centre to ensure that Delhi Metro services function as per their normal schedule and internet services remain uninterrupted, subject to law and order conditions.
A Bench of Justices Joymalya Bagchi and V. Mohana also directed that lawyers, journalists and others should not be impeded from discharging their professional duties.
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