St. Stephen’s Class Ban Leaves Students' Futures in Doubt Amid Legal Battle

The High Court has barred six students from attending classes at St. Stephen’s College, leaving their futures uncertain amid a legal dispute between the college and Delhi University. Parents express concerns over the mental trauma their children face as the court case continues to affect their educational prospects.

The future of six students granted provisional admission to St. Stephen's College by Delhi University remains uncertain as the High Court, on Thursday, barred them from attending classes until further notice. These students attended their first day of the 2024-25 academic session but faced heightened anxiety and uncertainty about their status.

Acting Chief Justice Manmohan and Justice Tushar Rao Gedela heard an appeal from the college challenging a single judge's interim order that directed the provisional admission of the students per the university's seat allocation. The court's decision has worsened the plight of the students and their parents, who feel caught in an exhausting legal battle.

Parents like Mayank Tayal and Prabhakar Sahu expressed frustration and concern over the mental and emotional toll on their children, who have been banned from attending classes. Vandana Shrivastava, another parent, highlighted the disappointment and demoralization of students whose academic futures are now in jeopardy.

(With inputs from agencies.)