
The Patna High Court on Friday (February 14) heard the case related to Prashant Kishor being prevented from holding a Satyagraha at Gandhi Maidan, Patna, in protest against issues concerning BPSC candidates.
Court Seeks Explanation from Administration
✔ Prashant Kishor’s lawyer, Ashok Kumar, stated that the court has asked the administration to present the reasons behind stopping the Satyagraha.
✔ The administration had cited an earlier High Court order to justify preventing the protest.
✔ The court has now directed the petitioner’s lawyer to submit details on whether that order should continue or be reconsidered.
Background of the Case
- Prashant Kishor planned a Satyagraha at Gandhi Maidan in support of BPSC candidates.
- The administration blocked the protest, leading Kishor to file a petition in the Patna High Court.
- The court is now reviewing whether the ban was justified or needs to be lifted.