How Jantar Mantar became Delhi's designated protest site and what changes now
Jantar Mantar is no longer Delhi's designated protest site. Three new venues identified for demonstrations. But how did an 18th-century observatory become the capital's most recognisable protest address? From farmers' rallies at Boat Club to Anna Hazare's anti-corruption movement and the wrestlers' protests, here's how Delhi's protest grounds evolved over the decades and what changes now.
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Also reported by 2 other outlets
- 'Ab poora desh Jantar Mantar banega!' CJP reacts as designated protest site changed timesofindia.indiatimes.com
- ‘De-escalate law enforcement, allocate protest site‘: What CJP told Delhi Police indianexpress.com
