India Shuts Down Iconic Delhi Protest Site After Three Decades
- On October 11, Delhi Police Commissioner Anurag Kumar de-notified Jantar Mantar as a protest site, designating Ramlila Maidan, Burari Maidan, and CBD Maidan as alternative venues for public demonstrations in the capital.
- For over three decades, demonstrators utilized the 18th-century Jantar Mantar observatory for public dissent, drawn by its central location near Parliament and government ministries that made it a critical hub for activism.
- A petition filed in the Supreme Court challenges the restrictions, alleging that alternative venues are located near landfill sites and questioning their suitability for hosting public gatherings in the capital.
- Police detained CJP leaders on October 13 after they climbed barricades to "reclaim Jantar Mantar," though demonstrators told AFP they would continue gathering at the site despite the order.
- Campaigners contend that relocating protests away from the city center risks reducing media attention and turnout, arguing that proximity to lawmakers is essential for the right to protest in India's democracy.
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SC questions Jantar Mantar protest site change, seeks govt reply
The Supreme Court on Thursday sought responses from the Centre and Delhi Police regarding an October 11 order that de-notified Jantar Mantar as a protest site and designated three alternative venues. The court will examine the rationale behind the relocation, especially concerning the efficacy of Jantar Mantar and the impact on the fundamental right to protest.
Did Delhi Police apply mind denotifying Jantar Mantar? SC to examine
New Delhi: The Supreme Court on Thursday, October 15, issued notice to the Delhi Police based on a writ petition challenging an order denotifying Jantar Mantar as a designated protest site while assigning three alternate venues. A bench of Chief Justice of India (CJI) Surya Kant and Justice Joymaya Bagchi has been hearing pleas related … Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News, Technology, Entertainment, Sports, Politics and Top Stories on…
Supreme Court issues notice to Centre on denotifying Jantar Mantar as protest site in Delhi
The court was hearing a matter regarding the denotification of Jantar Mantar as a designated protest site. The writ petition was filed challenging the Standing Order dated October 11, whereby Jantar Mantar has been de-notified as a designated protest site.
SC seeks Centre, Delhi Police response on Jantar Mantar protest site's de-notification
The Supreme Court has asked the Centre and Delhi Police to respond to a recent plea. This plea challenges the de-notification of Jantar Mantar as a designated protest site. Delhi Police issued a standing order designating alternative protest venues, which has raised concerns. The petition questions the suitability of the newly designated locations for protests and demonstrations.
SC seeks government response on denotification of Jantar Mantar as protest site
The Supreme Court issued notice on pleas challenging Jantar Mantar's removal as a designated protest site. The hearing also addressed evidence preservation and alleged mistreatment of women journalists.
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