CJP's Oct 16 stir: Delhi Police signals conditional nod for flag-waving, anthem
Delhi Police have signaled a conditional approval for a political march in Connaught Place, provided participants adhere to strict security and decorum rules. The area is currently under a prohibitory order, and authorities are balancing public protest rights with law-and-order concerns.
Why it matters
The management of public protests in high-security zones reflects the ongoing tension between civil liberties and state-mandated public order.
NEW DELHI: Ahead of the Cockroach Janta Party’s (CJP) proposed ‘Lehra Do Tiranga’ march at Connaught Place on Friday, Delhi Police said it may consider allowing a select group of people to gather at a suitable location to carry the national flag and sing the national anthem. The statement comes amid restrictions on gatherings in the area and the New Delhi Municipal Council’s (NDMC) decision to shut Central Park for two days.DCP PRO Neha Yadav said the CJP had appealed to the public through social media and a press conference to assemble at Central Park at 5 pm on October 16.
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