We Can't Let Such A Talented Boy Go Away:' Supreme Court Directs IIT To Admit Dalit Student Who Lost Admission Due To Delay In Paying Fee

The Supreme Court intervened in the case of a Dalit student who lost admission to an IIT due to a delay in fee payment. The Court expressed concern over losing a talented student and directed the institution to admit the student despite the procedural lapse. The ruling highlights the Court's sensitivity to issues of access to education for marginalized groups and its willingness to relax procedural rules to promote social justice. The decision also emphasizes the importance of ensuring that deserving students are not deprived of opportunities due to minor delays, particularly in cases where socio-economic factors play a role.