Indian Politics

Delhi High Court questions police over blanket protest ban at Jantar Mantar

Hindustan Times23m
THE BRIEF
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The Delhi High Court questioned the Delhi Police regarding a blanket ban on public demonstrations after authorities refused permission for a Karni Sena protest at Jantar Mantar.

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The proposed protest scheduled for September 20 aims to challenge reservation policies and the newly notified UGC Equity Regulations, 2026.

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Additional Solicitor General Chetan Sharma defended the refusal by citing security sensitivities at Jantar Mantar and large crowd apprehensions, prompting the court to schedule the next hearing for Tuesday.