High Court Victory: Relief for Students in St. Stephen’s Admission Row

The Delhi High Court has directed St. Stephen's College to grant admission to seven students previously denied entry due to a policy dispute. The court's verdict follows petitions by the students and provides much-needed relief for the families, ensuring the students can begin their college courses.

The Delhi High Court provided a glimmer of hope for seven students and their families on Friday by directing St. Stephen's College to admit these students, previously denied entry due to a contentious policy dispute.

The ruling, issued by Justice Swarana Kanta Sharma, concluded a protracted legal battle that saw students and their parents in distress. 'I feel absolutely elated after hearing the judgement; my happiness knows no bounds,' expressed Aleena Imran, one of the petitioners.

The students had secured seats under Delhi University's 'single girl child quota' but faced obstacles completing admissions. The college opposed the DU's supported petitions. Parents, visibly emotional, praised the judiciary while expressing concerns about potential discrimination the students might face.