Delhi’s Jantar Mantar protest spirals into chaos
A mass rally planned at Delhi's Jantar Mantar descended into chaos as protestors clashed with police, barricades and buses obstructed major roads. The demonstration was organized by the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP), which demanded the resignation of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar over alleged voter list manipulation. Thousands of protesters scattered across the city, with many detained near prominent locations like Connaught Place, Gurdwara Bangla Sahib and Minto Bridge.
Security forces deployed around 25,000 personnel and restricted access to 45 metro stations, intensifying surveillance at borders and transit hubs. Organizers faced difficulties coordinating protests due to confusion over meeting points, with social media playing a crucial role in communication. The detention of CJP leaders at the airport further complicated efforts to maintain a unified movement.
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