NLSIU cancels convocation for 2026 graduating batch The National Law School of India University (NLSIU) in Bengaluru has canceled its annual convocation for the 2026 graduating batch, citing "unavoidable circumstances." The decision follows widespread opposition from students and alumni against the participation of Bar Council of India (BCI) Chairman Manan Kumar Mishra and Chief Justice of India (CJI) Surya Kant in the event. Initially scheduled for September 12, the convocation was abruptly canceled on August 27, with students to be conferred their degrees in absentia after approvals from the university’s governing bodies. The notice, issued by the university administration, stated that despite "collective best efforts," the event could not proceed due to unforeseen challenges. Students were informed they could opt to receive their certificates via courier or collect them on campus, with further details to be shared through a new form. The cancellation came amid heightened tensions over the presence of Mishra and CJI Surya Kant, who had faced significant backlash from the NLSIU community. The opposition to their attendance stemmed from a broader controversy involving the BCI and NALSAR University of Law. Over 700 students and alumni from NLSIU had previously objected to Mishra and CJI Surya Kant attending the university’s convocation, demanding an unconditional apology from the BCI to NALSAR’s student and faculty community. This came after the BCI had temporarily halted and later restored enrollment for NALSAR’s graduating batch following protests over the proposed presence of CJI Surya Kant at their convocation.#surya_kant #bar_council_of_india #manan_kumar_mishra #nlsiu #nalsar_university_of_law
