Jantar Mantar de-notified as protest site, Delhi Police circular says | Everything you need to know | Today’s news
According to a Delhi Police circular, Jantar Mantar has been de-registered as a designated place for protests and demonstrations in Delhi.
The Ministry of the Interior created a committee to explore alternative venues for holding protests and demonstrations for citizens.
Based on the committee’s recommendations, three new venues were identified: Ramlila Ground, Burari Ground and CBD Ground in East Delhi.
The Delhi Police said a detailed and revised standard operating procedure (SOP) for organizing protests and demonstrations at the three locations will be issued separately.
This is a partial modification of the earlier Standing Order No. L&O/48/22 dated 28/04/2022, the police said
CJP leaders seek dates for peaceful protest
CJP leaders Ashutosh Ranka and Saurav Das went to the Parliament Street police station on Monday to seek a date for a peaceful protest at Jantar Mantar.
Speaking to the media outside the police station, CJP leaders said they would give the police a 24-hour ultimatum or issue another call for protest.
Police in the area have tightened security and the road in front of the police station was closed after the arrival of the two leaders.
A public announcement was made in front of the police station, asking people to observe security restrictions and prohibitions, keep calm and avoid unauthorized gatherings.
