CJP Protest: Supreme Court directs no illegal detention — what SC said on Delhi metro, internet ‘shutdown’

The Supreme Court issued a directive on Sunday prohibiting the detention of individuals except in accordance with established legal procedures. This ruling came in response to protests organized by the Cockroach Janata Party (CJP) against Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar. The court emphasized that movements of people and vehicles in Delhi should not be unnecessarily obstructed.

Barricades were instructed to be reviewed immediately in accordance with law and order requirements. The court also stated that any unlawful detention must follow legally established procedures, and any notice boards announcing Section 163 restrictions near the Supreme Court must be removed. The court's decision ensures that the fundamental rights of peaceful assemblies are upheld, particularly outside areas where prohibitory orders are in force.