2,000 policemen, 20 paramilitary companies: Delhi's massive security arrangements around Jantar Mantar amid CJP protest
Delhi Police imposed extensive security measures around Jantar Mantar and the Parliament complex during the early hours of the day amid Cockroach Janta Party's (CJP)
Delhi Police imposed extensive security measures around Jantar Mantar and the Parliament complex during the early hours of the day amid Cockroach Janta Party's (CJP) 'Chalo Sansad' march on Monday. According to PTI citing eyewitnesses, Delhi Police resorted to baton charges to disperse hundreds of students and youth activists who were marching from Mandi House Metro Station towards Jantar Mantar on Monday in an effort to reach the CJP protest venue. Terming the march unauthorised, the authorities deployed over 2,000 police and paramilitary personnel, along with anti-riot units and specialised crowd-control equipment, to ensure that public order was maintained and to prevent any security violations, according to Hindustan Times. The police stationed 20 companies of paramilitary forces. The arrangements also included specialised anti-riot vehicles, ambulances and a mobile command centre, with the heaviest deployment concentrated around Jantar Mantar, Parliament Street and other key entry points in the capital. Jantar Mantar security arrangenents in early morning on 20 July Quick answers to key questions • 5 QUESTIONS 1 What security measures did Delhi Police implement around Jantar Mantar during the CJP protest? ⌵ Delhi Police deployed over 2,000 personnel, including paramilitary forces, specialized crowd-control units, and established multiple layers of barricades to maintain public order around Jantar Mantar. 2 Why did Delhi Police invoke Section 163 BNSS ahead of the CJP protest?
⌵ Delhi Police invoked Section 163 BNSS to prohibit unauthorized gatherings and maintain law and order during the Monsoon Session of Parliament, as the CJP did not obtain permission for their protest march. 3 How did police respond to the protesters attempting to reach Jantar Mantar? ⌵ Police used baton charges, tear gas, and heavy barricading to disperse the protesters who were trying to breach security measures and reach the protest site at Jantar Mantar. 4 What activities are prohibited under Section 163 BNSS? ⌵ Under Section 163 BNSS, prohibited activities include public meetings, assemblies of five or more persons, carrying banners or weapons, making speeches, and conducting demonstrations without prior permission. 5 Should protesters be concerned about participating in unauthorized gatherings in New Delhi? ⌵ Yes, protesters should be concerned as unauthorized gatherings are strictly prohibited under Section 163 BNSS, and violators may face legal action or detention by law enforcement. As thousands of people gathered at Jantar Mantar in the early hours, Delhi Police strengthened security by erecting two layers of barricades on the four roads leading to the protest site. At the same time, barricades and metal detectors positioned close to the venue were removed to create a larger enclosed area for the gathering. By approximately 5 am, the police had kept a single narrow corridor open at every entry and exit point, allowing controlled movement of people into and out of the protest venue What protestors said Several parts of central Delhi witnessed tense scenes as security personnel used batons, lathis and tear gas to disperse protesters near Constitution Club, Patel Chowk, Shastri Bhawan, the RBI Building and the Parliament Street area.
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