Delhi High Court Declines Immediate Listing of Journalist’s SC/ST Act Plea

The Delhi High Court declined an urgent hearing request by a journalist facing an SC/ST Act case concerning alleged remarks against a police officer.

Background and dispute

The journalist sought immediate judicial consideration amid wider proceedings arising from protest coverage and allegations of police misconduct. The allegations in the criminal complaint remain contested.

Legal issue and court’s approach

Refusal of urgent listing concerns scheduling and does not determine the merits of the journalist’s challenge or the criminal accusation. Other interim protections, where granted by a competent court, must be assessed separately.

Order and practical consequence

The plea awaits consideration according to the High Court’s listing process.