Jantar Mantar not okay for protests? SC seeks replies
The Supreme Court has asked the Centre and Delhi authorities for their responses. A PIL seeks designated protest sites, citing Jantar Mantar's lack of amenities. The court noted Jantar Mantar's unsuitability for holding protests and basic facilities. Petitioner mentioned potential marches and police actions to prevent violence. Authorities are responsible for handling emerging situations and…
The Supreme Court on Monday summoned responses from the Centre, the Delhi government, and the Commissioner of Delhi Police in a Public Interest Litigation (PIL) seeking the allocation of specific protest sites in the National Capital Region (NCR) instead of Jantar Mantar. The bench, led by Chief Justice Surya Kant, directed solicitor general Tushar Mehta to consider the petitioner's concerns.
The petitioner, advocate S C Kaushik, argued that Jantar Mantar is not an appropriate venue for protests due to its lack of essential facilities such as entry and exit points, washrooms, drinking water, sewage systems, and medical assistance for emergencies. He suggested alternative locations and requested instructions on this matter.
The court noted that it could not comment on the issue, emphasizing that it is the responsibility of the authorities to manage such situations. If mishandled, the law will be enacted accordingly.
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