Protest at a designated protest spot is not disturbing the peace, says Ashutosh Ranka
The Supreme Court of India has intervened in the detention of protesters in New Delhi, ordering that peaceful gatherings should not be disrupted. Meanwhile, the Cockroach Janta Party continues its agitation against the Chief Election Commissioner, raising concerns about digital privacy and police conduct.
Why it matters
This case touches on fundamental rights regarding freedom of assembly and the balance between state security and civil liberties.
The Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) on Sunday (October 11, 2026) vowed to intensify its agitation against Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) Gyanesh Kumar, even as around 200 people were detained. Protests were held at several places in the New Delhi area, which remained under a security chokehold.
The Supreme Court on Sunday (October 11, 2026) directed that people gathering peacefully should not be illegally detained, and asked the authorities to ensure the Delhi Metro functioned normally and that there was no disruption of Internet services, subject to the maintenance of law and order.
Keep track | Anti-CEC protest LIVE: CJI Surya Kant declines to meet INDIA Bloc leaders on October 12; Delhi Police detain women protesters after 6 p.m.
Get smarter about the news
Sign up free for a feed built around what you actually care about, Dive Deeper research on any story, and the full text of every article.
Create free accountAlready have an account? Sign in