Indian Politics

Delhi Police Denies CJP Permission for Jantar Mantar Protest

Hindustan Times1h
THE BRIEF
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Delhi Police denied the Cockroach Janta Party permission to hold a protest at Jantar Mantar on October 10, citing short notice and public safety concerns.

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The police stated that the group's October 7 communication was merely an intimation rather than a duly submitted application requiring 10 days advance notice.

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Authorities cited traffic congestion and past incidents from July protests, where thousands gathered and over 200 personnel were injured.