Delhi HC to hear PIL alleging ‘intrusive police surveillance’ of Cockroach Janta Party protesters
The Delhi High Court is set to hear a petition challenging the police's use of surveillance towers and constant recording of protesters at Jantar Mantar. The petitioners argue these actions violate constitutional rights to free speech and assembly.
Why it matters
Addresses the tension between state security measures and the right to peaceful protest in a democratic society.
Delhi HC agreed to hear on Monday (July 20) a PIL against the alleged “intrusive surveillance” by the police of Cockroach Janta Party protesters at Jantar Mantar. The plea filed by former JNU Students’ Union president Aishe Ghosh has challenged the installation and operation of a permanent surveillance tower and systematic photography and videography of protesters by the Delhi Police.
Focuses heavily on the protesters' claims of 'intrusive surveillance' and 'chilling effects' on rights.
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