CJP protest: SC refuses urgent hearing on plea against NDMC order shutting down Central Park
The Supreme Court of India has refused an urgent hearing regarding a plea against the closure of Central Park in New Delhi. The park was shut by the municipal council ahead of a planned protest march by the Cockroach Janta Party.
Why it matters
The case highlights the ongoing tension between the right to public protest and municipal concerns regarding law, order, and the livelihoods of local vendors.
CJP protest: SC refuses urgent hearing on plea against NDMC order shutting down Central Park left People raise slogans during a 'Tiranga March' by AISF and AIYF from PVR Plaza towards Central Park at Connaught Place, in New Delhi, October 15, 2026. PTI PTI https://th-i.thgim.com/public/incoming/7m7u91/article71591328.ece/alternates/FREE_1200/PTI10_15_2026_000211B.jpg - New Delhi: People raise slogans during a 'Tiranga March' by AISF and AIYF from PVR Plaza towards Central Park at Connaught Place, in New Delhi, Thursday, Oct. 15, 2026.
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