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Published

6 Oct 2026

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6 Oct 2026

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Delhi Court Grants Bail to 17 Students and Journalists Arrested During Protest Against CEC Gyanesh Kumar

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Why it matters

A Delhi court has granted bail to 17 students and freelance journalists arrested by the Delhi Police. The arrests were made during a protest staged against Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar.

Key points

  • A Delhi court granted bail on Monday night to 17 students and freelance journalists.
  • The accused were arrested by the Delhi Police in connection with a protest against Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar.

What changed

Seventeen students and freelance journalists arrested in relation to a protest against the Chief Election Commissioner were granted bail by a Delhi court.

Who it affects

The 17 arrested students and freelance journalists, as well as the Delhi Police.

Jurisdiction

Delhi

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