Quick Summary: The Madurai Bench of the Madras High Court changed the rules for letting Tikat Jackson out of jail while he waits for his trial. He was accused of running fake medical courses in Tamil Nadu. The court found some of the rules too strict and made them fairer.
On 8th February 2025, Tikat Jackson was accused of running fake courses at "Tamil Nadu College" in Aruppukottai. The courses included a 4½ year B.E.M.S. in Electro-Homeopathy, which falsely claimed to be linked with Dr. MGR Medical University. Students protested when they found mistakes in exam papers.
On 7th March 2025, the Virudhunagar District Court let him out of jail with conditions, including a Rs.40,00,000 deposit for student refunds. Others involved paid more, totaling Rs.51,00,000 held by the District Legal Services Authority (DLSA).
Tikat Jackson's Argument: Represented by Mr. Isaac Mohanlal, Tikat Jackson argued that the rules were too strict and that the remaining money should earn interest.
Prosecutor's Argument: Mr. S. Ravi argued that the rules were needed to protect students and ensure fairness.
The court noted that the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare has not recognized Electro-Homeopathy as a real medical system since 2003. This lack of recognition has caused confusion and legal problems.
The court's decision aims to be fair to Tikat Jackson while protecting students. This case shows the ongoing problems in regulating alternative medicine education in India. The judgment emphasizes the need for clear rules to prevent similar issues in the future.
