LUCKNOW, Jan. 29 -- Samajwadi Party president Akhilesh Yadav and Bahujan Samaj Party chief Mayawati on Thursday reacted to the Supreme Court's decision to stay the University Grants Commission's (UGC) newly notified equity regulations, terming it justified and appropriate.

While Yadav stressed that justice must not result in injustice to any section of society, Mayawati said the controversy could have been avoided had the UGC consulted all stakeholders before notifying the rules.

In a post on X, Akhilesh wrote, "The honourable court ensures that true justice does not mean injustice to anyone. The language and intent of the law must be clear. It's not only about the rules, but also about the intent. Let no one be oppressed, let no one su...