Archive · 24 Jul 2026
Delhi Police denies detention claim over food for Jantar Mantar
Some people on social media said that the Delhi Police stopped and detained three young boys who were taking food to a protest site called Jantar Mantar.
The police said this is not true.
They explained that the boys' car was stopped for a regular check, not because of the food.
The police were checking who was in the car and where they were going.
The driver left before the police knew the food was for the protesters.
The police said they were just doing their job and did not detain anyone.
A social media post claimed three boys were detained for carrying food to Jantar Mantar.
Delhi Police denied the claim, stating it was false and misleading.
The vehicle was stopped for routine security checks, not specifically for the food.
The driver left during the verification process, and the police were unaware the food was for protesters.
The police maintained they were only performing standard verification procedures.
- Who
- Delhi Police and three young boys
- What
- Alleged detention of boys for carrying food to Jantar Mantar
- When
- Not specified
- Where
- Nizamuddin Police Station, Delhi
- Why
- Routine security check and verification of identities
Social Media Claim
Delhi Police Statement
Detention of Boys
Social Media Claim
Three young boys were detained by Delhi Police for carrying food to Jantar Mantar.
Delhi Police Statement
The claim is false and misleading; no detention occurred.
Purpose of Stop
Social Media Claim
The boys were stopped and detained for carrying food.
Delhi Police Statement
The vehicle was stopped for routine security checks, not specifically for the food.
Awareness of Food Destination
Social Media Claim
The police were aware the food was for protesters.
Delhi Police Statement
The police were not aware the food was for protesters until after the driver left.
- Location
- Nizamuddin Police Station, Delhi
- Date
- Not specified
- Allegation Source
- Social media post on X
- Police Response
- Official clarification by DCP, South East District
- Nature of Incident
- Routine security check
- Outcome
- No detention; driver left during verification
