Delhi High Court Summons Delhi University Officials Over Admissions Row

The Delhi High Court has summoned Delhi University's Registrar and Dean of Admissions for allegedly defying court orders on seat allocation at St. Stephen's College. Accusations of delay and non-compliance have sparked a contempt plea, as students face uncertainty in their postgraduate course admissions.

The Delhi High Court has demanded the presence of the Registrar and Dean of Admissions from Delhi University, following accusations of deliberate disobedience in implementing court directives.

St. Stephen's College has filed a contempt plea against the university, alleging intentional delays that threaten students' clarity on their admission status. The court expressed concern over the harm caused by this delay to students' educational pursuits, emphasizing the need for prompt resolution.

During the hearing, it was revealed that despite a directive to maintain a consistent seat allocation, the university has yet to conform. With five students' futures still uncertain, the court labeled the university's response as unacceptably unresponsive and lacking in responsibility.

(With inputs from agencies.)