The Supreme Court of India has ordered the transfer of an Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Kharagpur student to IIT Roorkee. The decision, made on medical grounds, was issued on [Date of Order - If available, otherwise omit] .
Student's Medical Condition and Transfer Request
The student, pursuing architecture, has borderline personality disorder. He informed the court that remaining at IIT Kharagpur hindered his access to necessary medical treatment. He also cited a lack of close parental support at the current institution.
The court recognized the student's serious health condition. It noted the need for specialized treatment, including repetitive transcranial magnetic stimulation therapy. The petition also highlighted the necessity of regular parental supervision.
Supreme Court's Intervention
A bench comprising Justices B.V. Nagarathna and R. Mahadevan delivered the order. The court used its powers under Article 142 of the Constitution to facilitate the transfer. This article allows the Supreme Court to pass any order necessary for doing complete justice.
The court sought an independent medical assessment of the student from the All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS). This assessment informed the final decision to grant the transfer.
Institutional Directives
IIT Kharagpur has been directed to issue the student's transfer or migration certificate. All required academic documents must be provided within one week of the order.
The student is responsible for completing all fee payments and other formalities at IIT Roorkee. This condition applies after the transfer is finalized.
Previous Refusal and Legal Argument
The student had previously argued that IIT Kharagpur refused his transfer request. He contended that the institute had previously allowed similar medical transfers for other students. This denial, he argued, impacted his health and recovery.
The Supreme Court's decision balances the student's educational pursuits with his urgent medical needs. The transfer aims to provide a supportive environment for both his studies and treatment.
