Delhi's untold case files: From protecting the Prime Minister to chasing exam mafias| Top cop's story
According to Pathak, police feared that even a single protester breaching the security cordon could trigger a much larger security failure near Parliament.
Delhi Special Police Commissioner Dependra Pathak shared insights into controversial policing decisions in a recent interview. During a protest at Jantar Mantar in 2023, Pathak argued that police had mere seconds to act when protesters threatened Prime Minister Narendra Modi's safety. He recounted how female protesters physically overpowered female police officers, leading to concerns about a potential security breach near Parliament.
Pathak justified the use of force as a necessary response to an extraordinary situation, stating that the operation achieved its goal and the chapter was closed. He also addressed criticism over the protection of the Prime Minister, explaining that intelligence agencies had warned of a potential assassination plot akin to the Rajiv Gandhi incident.
Pathak emphasized the importance of using "minimum force" while ensuring public order, highlighting the dynamic and fast-paced nature of policing decisions.
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