India, Nov. 3 -- The Supreme Court on Tuesday heard a batch of petitions alleging police excesses, mass detentions and restrictions on journalists during protests against Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar in Delhi.

A three-judge bench comprising Chief Justice of India Surya Kant and Justices Joymalya Bagchi and V Mohana heard the petitions, which also raised concerns over the closure of metro stations, disruption of train services, internet restrictions and alleged surveillance of protesters.

During the hearing, the bench identified nine categories of issues arising from the petitions and decided to hear them separately. The court also asked the parties to organise their submissions category-wise to ensure an orderly hearing.

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