# Student opposition to CJI Surya Kant at convocations > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/student-opposition-to-cji-surya-kant-at-convocations > Updated: 2026-08-09T09:31:28.000Z. Sources: 18. Developments: 2. Controversy has emerged regarding the invitation of Chief Justice of India (CJI) Surya Kant to serve as a chief guest at university convocations in India. In Mumbai, the Tata Institute of Social Sciences postponed its 86th convocation shortly before the scheduled event, citing security concerns and unforeseen circumstances. Reports linked the postponement to potential protests related to the Cockroach Janta Party movement. In Hyderabad, approximately 450 students at NALSAR University of Law formally opposed the CJI's invitation. The students expressed grievances regarding the CJI's recent judicial conduct, specifically his handling of proceedings related to protests at Jantar Mantar. Students cited his reported refusal to review video evidence of police brutality and criticized remarks allegedly comparing Indian youth to "cockroaches." ## Timeline ### 2026-08-09: NALSAR students oppose CJI Surya Kant as convocation chief guest Over 450 NALSAR law students have urged the university to reconsider inviting CJI Surya Kant as the 2026 convocation chief guest, citing his reported conduct during hearings on police action at Jantar Mantar. 18 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/nalsar-students-oppose-cji-surya-kant-as-convocation-guest ### 2026-08-01: Tata Institute of Social Sciences convocation postponed amid security concerns over CJI Surya Kant's visit TISS postponed its 86th convocation on 2 August, citing security concerns over protests during Chief Justice Surya Kant's planned visit, leaving students with travel and financial disruptions. 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/tata-institute-of-social-sciences-convocation-postponed-amid-security-concerns-over-cji-surya-kants- --- Cite as: Student opposition to CJI Surya Kant at convocations. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/student-opposition-to-cji-surya-kant-at-convocations