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Noida workers’ protest: NSA invoked against two accused; bail hearings and remand scheduled
The Noida workers’ protest saw NSA invoked against two accused for inciting violence. The timeline includes bail hearings on May 12, NSA invocation on May 13, remand filing, and a bail hearing for the other accused scheduled for May 14, following violence on April 13.
Why It Matters
The use of NSA in a labour-protest case raises concerns about civil liberties and due-process protections, while highlighting how security agencies respond to protests. It also marks a significant legal development in the ongoing case with potential implications for the accused and protest policing.
Timeline
6 Events
Bail hearing for the second accused scheduled for May 14
May 14, 2026
The court reserved its order on the bail application of one suspect and scheduled a hearing for the other on Thursday (May 14, 2026) in connection with the Noida workers’ protest case.
Police remand application filed; remand hearing scheduled for May 15
May 13, 2026
Police also applied for police remand of the accused, with the remand hearing scheduled for May 15.
NSA invoked against two accused for inciting violence during Noida protest
May 13, 2026
Noida police invoked the National Security Act against Satya Verma (60) and Aakriti (25), stating they had a significant role in instigating violence, arson, and creating chaos during the protest. Advocates for the accused said they would challenge the NSA in Allahabad High Court.
Bail applications of Satya Verma and Aakriti heard by ADJ
May 12, 2026
Satya Verma and Aakriti were charged in three cases registered at Phase 3 police station, and their bail applications were heard by an Additional District Judge (ADJ) of Gautam Budh Nagar court.
Violence erupts as protest turns violent; factories vandalised and vehicles torched
April 13, 2026
The protest turned violent on April 13; over 100 factories were vandalised, several vehicles torched, and police personnel were injured. Seven people, including three women, were arrested for alleged involvement in the violence.
Protest begins in Noida Phase 2 demanding better wages
April 10, 2026
The Noida workers’ protest began in Phase 2 on April 10, 2026, with demands for better wages.