New Delhi, Jan 6 (NationPress) RJD MP Manoj Kumar Jha raised concerns over what he labeled as “selective outrage” regarding the slogans chanted at Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU). He emphasized that the extended imprisonment without meaningful advancement in legal proceedings is a significant issue for India’s criminal justice system.

In response to the slogans at the JNU campus following the Supreme Court’s denial of bail to student activists Umar Khalid and Sharjeel Imam, Jha remarked, “What is this selective outrage? Yes, people are understandably upset. Many share the view that Khalid and Imam should have been released on bail. Over five years have passed, and there has been no substantial progress in the trial. This alone raises serious concerns. How long must someone stay imprisoned before their constitutional rights can be activated? This situation also underscores a failure in the criminal justice system.”

Jha’s comments come as political reactions intensified over slogans reportedly aimed at Prime Minister Narendra Modi at JNU’s Sabarmati Hostel on Monday night. These slogans were allegedly voiced after the apex court dismissed bail applications submitted by Khalid and Imam, who are implicated in a “larger conspiracy” case associated with the 2020 Delhi riots. Both individuals have been detained for over five years.

Independent MP Pappu Yadav also contributed to the discussion on the bail situation, asserting that judicial decisions are often influenced by the prevailing political atmosphere. “The decision to grant bail hinges on the government's reaction to dissent and how it presents the alleged facts,” Yadav stated. “In the past, in cases like Gorakhpur or Malegaon, governments aimed to secure releases and achieved that,” he added, implying that the intentions of the state frequently determine outcomes.

Previously, senior leaders from the BJP denounced the slogans chanted at JNU. Union Minister Giriraj Singh labeled the university a “hub of the so-called ‘tukde-tukde gang’,” accusing opposition parties and leftist groups of fostering divisive politics.

Delhi Minister Manjinder Singh Sirsa also condemned the protesters, referring to the slogans as “shameful” and “anti-national.”

JD(U) spokesperson Rajeev Ranjan Prasad emphasized the binding nature of Supreme Court rulings and stated that no form of anarchy should be tolerated.

Sources indicate that members of the left-leaning JNU Students’ Union were present when the slogans were chanted. The Delhi Police acknowledged awareness of the incident; however, no formal complaint has been submitted yet. Officials confirmed that details have been requested, and an investigation is underway.