New Delhi, July 25 -- Chief Justice of India (CJI) Surya Kant on Friday said that the Supreme Court's doors remain open to every citizen, assuring the nation's youth that the judiciary will protect their rights and address every legitimate grievance within the framework of law. The CJI's assurance came amid nationwide student protests and controversy relating to alleged excesses by security forces during the July 20 march to Parliament in Delhi. Speaking to HT, the CJI said the Supreme Court will hear grievances in accordance with the law and judicial procedure, and make every effort to secure justice wherever warranted. "I would want to assure every citizen and especially the youth of the country that if any injustice has been caused to any person, the Supreme Court will hear the grievance within the bounds of law and the prescribed judicial procedure. Wherever possible, we will ensure that justice is done. The judiciary is always ready to address the problems and suffering of the people," the CJI said. Without commenting on the merits of the ongoing Cockroach Janta Party (CJP)-led protests, the CJI said it was incorrect to suggest that the Supreme Court had refused to hear the matter. "I do not wish to comment on the merits because the issue has come before the court and it was mentioned in the afternoon today. But it is incorrect to say that the Supreme Court earlier refused to hear the matter," he said. Emphasising that access to justice remained central to the institution, he added: "The doors of the Supreme Court are open 24 hours a day for every citizen."...