Delhi HC Bans DUSU Victory Processions, Warns of Halting Vote Count

The Delhi High Court on Friday, September 18, 2026, imposed a ban on victory processions following the Delhi University Students Union (DUSU) elections, citing concerns over hooliganism and violations of election norms. The court warned that it could halt the vote counting and postpone result declaration if authorities do not adequately control the situation. This order came as voting was underway across Delhi University campuses, with results expected on Saturday, September 19, 2026. A division bench comprising Chief Justice Devendra Kumar Upadhyaya and Justice Tejas Karia issued showcause notices to all 140 candidates and student organizations contesting the elections. The notices seek explanations for why collective electoral damages should not be imposed for breaches of the Lyngdoh Committee recommendations and previous court orders. The court stated that it would not accept apologies this time and emphasized the need for accountability. During the hearing, the bench criticized Delhi Police and university authorities for failing to prevent large vehicle cavalcades during the campaign.