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‘Reservation Hatao’ protest gets Delhi Police nod, to be held at Ramlila Ground today

Delhi Police has given a no-objection certificate for a peaceful protest under the “Reservation Hatao Andolan” at Ramlila Ground on Friday

‘Reservation Hatao’ protest gets Delhi Police nod, to be held at Ramlila Ground today

The Delhi Police has given a no-objection certificate (NOC) for a peaceful protest called "Reservation Hatao Andolan" at Ramlila Ground on Friday, according to an official communication. The gathering is allowed to have a maximum of 500 people until 4 pm, with police stating there was "no objection from the law and order point of view."

The campaign has gained momentum through an Instagram-based page, the "Reservation Hatao Andolan," which has 5.6 million followers. The protest comes after the police denied permission for a protest at Jantar Mantar earlier that day. The organisers must follow guidelines and cannot hold a procession or stay at the venue. The campaign argues that caste-based reservations undermine merit and deepen caste divisions, instead calling for equal opportunities based on merit.

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