Jantar Mantar sees large anti-reservation protest despite Delhi Police warning
A large crowd gathered at Delhi's Jantar Mantar for a protest. These protesters demanded changes to the existing caste-based reservation system. Delhi Police had clearly stated that no permission was granted for this demonstration. Security forces were deployed and barricades were installed as a precautionary measure. Legal action was warned against those spreading false information about the…
On August 21, a sizable crowd assembled at Delhi's iconic Jantar Mantar to protest caste-based reservations. The gathering, called by the Reservation Hatao Andolan, saw protesters demanding changes to the existing reservation system. Despite Delhi Police warnings, the demonstration proceeded. The police had clarified that no permission had been granted for the protest, labeling social media claims as 'false and misleading'.
Prohibitory orders under Section 163 of the BNSS, or earlier Section 144 CrPC, were already in effect, prohibiting protest marches, processions, demonstrations and assemblies of five or more people. Security forces, including Delhi Police and paramilitary personnel, were deployed at Jantar Mantar to maintain law and order amid the large turnout.
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