Responding to the submissions, CJI Surya Kant stressed that even if some "misguided elements" indulge in acts such as stone-pelting, the response of the state machinery should be measured. "If some misguided elements indulge in stone-pelting, even then the youngsters are required to be pacified and counselled. Stressing the need for engagement with agitating students, the CJI added: "We need to tread carefully so that these youngsters do not indulge in violence. CJI Surya Kant further said that operational decisions on handling such situations should be left to the law enforcement agencies. Taking note that similar issues relating to the July 20 protests are already pending before it, the apex court ordered that the latest plea be tagged with the batch of connected matters for hearing.