Protesters, petrol pump, police... and one woman
Protests by the Cockroach Janta Party in Delhi led to clashes with police and property damage at a local petrol station. The business owners reported that the area was peaceful until police personnel entered the premises during the unrest.
Why it matters
Highlights the impact of civil unrest on small businesses and the ongoing tensions between political protesters and law enforcement in the capital.
The national capital has seen heavy clashes between Cockroach Janta Party (CJP ) protesters and Delhi Police personnel even as activist Sonam Wangchuk continued his hunger strike to demand educational reform.
CJP protest in Delhi: Pictures show you what happened on July 20, 2026
The area around Janpath station of the Delhi Metro saw widespread protests, on July 20, along with repeated lathi-charge by the Delhi Police.
While on the site on July 20, 2026, The Hindu came across a petrol pump. A Bharat Petroleum fuel station. The signs of violence were visible.
View of the petrol pump. (June 20, 7:21 PM) | Photo Credit: Akul Baiju
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