JANTAR MANTAR
Protests great mechanism for governments to perform better: Sonam Wangchuk
Sonam Wangchuk highlighted the significance of protests for government performance during his remarks at the IPF Festival. He mentioned the unrest in Sri Lanka and Bangladesh as cautionary tales against suppressing protests. Wangchuk argued that protests should not necessitate government permission, except for city management purposes. He noted that many countries allow protests in front of parliamentary buildings. His comments came amid criticism of the Indian government's restrictions on protests.
Jantar Mantar violence: SC panel to hear evidence on pellet gun use, harassment of female protesters
The Supreme Court-appointed High Powered Enquiry Committee will hold hearings on October 29 and 30. Affected persons may submit complaints or evidence regarding the protests. The committee will examine allegations of pellet gun use and harassment of female protesters. An online portal has been created for vulnerable witnesses to submit their statements. The hearings aim to ensure transparency and protect the identities of those involved.
Several protesters detained as anti-SIR march heads to ECI headquarters
Delhi Police detained several protesters marching against the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls towards the Election Commission headquarters on Friday, imposing restrictions on mass gatherings. Supported by Left organisations and activists, the demonstration accused the ECI of voter deletions and formed part of a nationwide campaign spanning 88 cities across 18 states.
Delhi Traffic Advisory: Diversions from 1 pm to 5 pm as large crowd heads towards Jantar Mantar
Delhi Traffic Police issued a traffic advisory in anticipation of congestion on Friday afternoon. The advisory warns commuters to expect delays from 1 PM to 5 PM in the affected areas. Motorists are advised to plan their journeys ahead and utilize alternative routes. Commuters should avoid roads near Bangla Sahib Gurudwara, Connaught Place, and Jantar Mantar during this period.
Delhi SEM orders release of CJP leaders Saurav Das, Ashutosh Ranka
A Delhi Special Executive Magistrate ordered the release of CJP leaders Saurav Das and Ashutosh Ranka after their judicial custody expired in connection with the October 13 Jantar Mantar protest. They had been in custody following a protest at Jantar Mantar on October 13. The Special Executive Magistrate ordered the release with bonds totaling Rs 50,000 each. The police had sought an extension due to concerns over potential disturbances. Their next hearing is scheduled for October 23 to review the situation.
INDIA bloc to fight for restoration of Jantar Mantar as protest venue: CPI's D Raja
The Communist Party of India is fighting against the denotification of Jantar Mantar for protests. The INDIA bloc asserts that citizens need a designated space to express opposition. Delhi Police has provided alternative locations for holding protests and demonstrations. BJP leaders criticised the Congress for its allegations regarding electoral irregularities and questioned their integrity. The opposition's strategy is viewed as a political convenience based on their electoral outcomes.
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Delhi Police seeks extension of custody of CJP leaders Saurav Das, Ashutosh Ranka
Delhi Police has requested an extension of judicial custody for leaders Saurav Das and Ashutosh Ranka. The leaders withdrew their petition in Delhi High Court regarding this matter earlier today. They were detained for allegedly entering a restricted protest site and displaying the national flag. Their legal team argued that the continued detention violated their personal liberty.
Delhi Police transfers second case against Das, Ranka to Crime Branch
Delhi Police has transferred two cases against Cockroach Janta Party leaders Saurav Das and Ashutosh Ranka to the Crime Branch. The first case involves their alleged trespassing at Jantar Mantar while the second is related to breaching peace bonds. Police had detained Das, Ranka, and 11 others on October 13 at the site. After a judicial hearing, both leaders were sent to five-day custody, which was later extended.
Jantar Mantar chhoo-mantar, not protests
Jantar Mantar has recently been officially designated as a site for demonstrations in India. Jantar Mantar's transformation follows a history of protest locations like the Boat Club lawns. The change brought about noticeable effects on protest dynamics across the region. While protests do not fade away, they often shift in location based on official designations. Authorities face increased scrutiny to manage and maintain these designated sites appropriately.
'Jantar Mantar to Jail': CJP protests inspire online video games
From 'Jantar Mantar Chalo', where players can choose between a protester and police personnel to 'Bhaag Neha Bhaag' inspired by AISA president Neha Bora's attempts to reach Jantar Mantar, game creators are turning the political developments into gaming experiences.
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.
Heavy security in Delhi ahead of CJP's 'Lehra do Tiranga' protest on October 16
Heavy security arrangements are being made in Delhi ahead of the Cockroach Janta Party’s (CJP) proposed ‘Lehra do Tiranga’ protest at Connaught Place on October 16. Police will deploy personnel, erect barricades and regulate movement around Connaught Place and Jantar Mantar. The demonstration follows the arrests of CJP leaders Saurav Das and Ashutosh Ranka, while the party has also called for parallel Tiranga marches in other cities.
CJP members jailed; Rahul Gandhi joins allies to condemn custody
Rahul Gandhi criticized the arrests of Cockroach Janta Party leaders for protesting in the restricted area. He emphasized that peaceful demonstrations at Jantar Mantar should not be criminalized. Youth wings of Congress and some Left parties held protests against the police's actions during earlier protests. Gandhi assured activists that evidence of police brutality should be preserved and justice would be sought.
CJP leaders Saurav Das and Ashutosh Ranka detained as they sneak into Jantar Mantar
Saurav Das and Ashutosh Ranka were detained after entering Jantar Mantar while carrying the Indian national flag. They protested against the resignation of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar during their demonstration. The Cockroach Janta Party criticized the government's decision to remove Jantar Mantar as an authorized protest site. CJP leaders stated that public spaces belong to all citizens and cannot be restricted by the state.
Is waving national flag a crime: Arvind Kejriwal on CJP leaders' judicial custody
Arvind Kejriwal condemned police actions taken against Cockroach Janta Party leaders Saurav Das and Ashutosh Ranka. The leaders were sent to Tihar Jail after violating peace bonds and trespassing at Jantar Mantar. They were demanding the resignation of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar over electoral roll irregularities. The Delhi Police cited public disturbance as the basis for their actions against the leaders.
Rahul Gandhi says Jantar Mantar will be reclaimed, slams government after CJP's Saurav Das, Ashutosh Ranka sent to Tihar jail
Rahul Gandhi voiced support for the Cockroach Janta Party's protests against Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar, asserting that peaceful demonstrations should not be criminalized. The protests have drawn attention to alleged electoral irregularities and the need for unity among various groups demanding their constitutional rights amid police restrictions at Jantar Mantar.
Court orders 5-day judicial custody to CJP’s Saurav Das, Ashutosh Ranka
Delhi Police placed three leaders of the Cockroach Janata Party into preventive custody on Wednesday morning. Saurav Das, Ashutosh Ranka, and Ajinkya Shinde were detained after attempting to enter Jantar Mantar. A case was registered against them for trespassing and obstructing public officials, among other charges. CJP leader Ratna Singh claimed the detained leaders were denied access to their lawyers initially.
'Entire country may become protest site': CJP founder Dipke hits out at SC, CJI
Abhijeet Dipke, the founder of the Cockroach Janta Party, criticized the Supreme Court for inaction against the Election Commission. He announced plans for widespread protests if Jantar Mantar remains closed to demonstrators. Dipke urged the necessity for unity among opposition members to demand the resignation of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar. Detentions of CJP leaders and threats to lawyers were reported during the protests.
Delhi Police files FIR against CJP leaders Ranka, Das after Jantar Mantar breach
Delhi Police took action against Cockroach Janta Party leaders for entering Jantar Mantar without permission. The party's members demanded the resignation of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar during the protest. They were previously detained after violating a peace bond signed earlier with authorities. Security measures have increased around Jaffarpur Kalan Police Station due to CJP's activities. This follows heightened tensions over calls for protests regarding irregularities in electoral rolls.
Delhi Police detain CJP's Saurav Das, Ashutosh Ranka, Ajinkya Shinde again as they attempt to breach Jantar Mantar
Delhi Police detained Saurav Das and Ashutosh Ranka, leaders of the Cockroach Janta Party, during a protest at Jantar Mantar regarding electoral roll revisions. The party is calling for Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar's resignation.
‘Entire nation will turn Jantar Mantar’: CJP’s Abhijeet Dipke warns of nationwide protests
Abhijeet Dipke expressed intentions to protest against the ban on demonstrations at Jantar Mantar. The Delhi Police Commissioner announced new protest sites, sparking political tensions. CJP leaders were detained after attempting to protest, prompting Dipke to assert the need for resistance. Dipke questioned the legality of their detention and plans to challenge it in court. Demonstrations may occur across India if the ban on protests remains enforced.
Plea in SC challenges Delhi Police move to shift protests from Jantar Mantar
A petition has been filed in the Supreme Court against new restrictions on protests at Jantar Mantar. The Delhi Police's order has designated alternative sites for public demonstrations, including Ramlila Ground and Burari Ground. Concerns have been raised regarding the suitability of these designated venues for protests. The plea also mentions that the Supreme Court previously recognized Jantar Mantar as a proper site.
Jantar Mantar locked out as protest site; Ramlila Maidan, Burari Ground and CBD Ground named designated sites
Delhi Police has decided to denotify Jantar Mantar as a designated protest site amid security concerns. The new sites for protests include Ramlila Maidan, Burari Ground, and CBD Ground in East Delhi. Both Ramlila and Burari Grounds are significantly farther from the previous location, causing logistical considerations for demonstrators. However, Ramlila Maidan has limited availability for bookings until late December.
From dissent to de-notification: Jantar Mantar and shifting protest addresses in Delhi
Delhi has seen a historical shift in designated protest venues, moving from Jantar Mantar to Ramlila Maidan. The Delhi Police de-notified Jantar Mantar as a protest location on October 11, citing new alternative sites. The Supreme Court had previously addressed the need for regulation on protests to balance rights. Demonstrators will now primarily gather at Ramlila Maidan, Burari Ground, and CBD Ground.
Dipke decries mental torture by police, warns entire nation will become Jantar Mantar
Abhijeet Dipke alleged that he and his family faced mental torture during his recent detention by Delhi Police. He criticized the decision to denotify Jantar Mantar as a designated protest site, claiming it undermines democracy. Dipke insisted that the police did not inform his family about his whereabouts or allow access to his phone. He demanded the release of unedited footage regarding his detention and treatment.
A testament to democracy: Looking back at Jantar Mantar's legacy of dissent
Jantar Mantar has historically served as a crucial venue for public protests and demonstrations in New Delhi. The de-notification by Delhi Police risks diminishing its importance for citizen activism and dissent. Activists believe that losing this designated space will limit citizens' ability to hold the government accountable.
'Unacceptable': CJP on Jantar Mantar being denotified as protest site
Delhi Police has taken a contentious step by removing Jantar Mantar from the list of authorized protest sites in New Delhi. Saurav Das, co-convener of the Cockroach Janta Party, criticized the action, stating it threatens the democratic right to protest. New venues such as Ramlila Maidan, Burari Ground, and CBD Ground have been designated, reflecting heightened security considerations in the face of upcoming protests across the capital.
PM will denotify democracy tomorrow: Dipke on Jantar Mantar's denotification as protest site
Abhijeet Dipke, founder of the Cockroach Janta Party, criticized the denotification of Jantar Mantar as a protest site. He stated that it might lead to nationwide protests resembling the previous protests at Jantar Mantar. Dipke emphasized that Prime Minister Narendra Modi could potentially denotify democracy as well. He claimed that the issue lies not in the protest site itself but in the concept of protests.
Jantar Mantar no longer a protest site: Where are Delhi’s 3 new protest sites and how far are they from central Delhi?
Delhi Police has removed Jantar Mantar from the list of designated protest sites and named Ramlila Ground, Burari Ground and CBD Ground in East Delhi as alternatives. A revised SOP for organising demonstrations at the three venues is expected. Check where these three locations are located in Delhi and how far they are from central Delhi.
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