Archive · 29 Jul 2026
RAF Used Anti-Riot Gun at Jantar Mantar Protest
The Rapid Action Force (RAF) used an Anti-Riot Gun and other crowd-control munitions to disperse protesters at Jantar Mantar in Delhi on July 20.
The RAF followed orders from a Deputy Commissioner of Police (DCP) and fired various shells and grenades.
After the incident, the RAF reviewed their procedures and introduced 26 corrective measures to improve crowd control.
The use of force has come under scrutiny, with some questioning its necessity and impact on protesters' rights.
The RAF used an Anti-Riot Gun and other munitions to disperse protesters at Jantar Mantar on July 20.
The action was taken following orders from a Deputy Commissioner of Police (DCP).
A total of 55 non-electric shells, 15 electric shells, 5 tear smoke grenades, 2 Anti-Riot Gun rounds, and 2 rounds of plastic pellets were fired.
The RAF reviewed their crowd-control procedures and introduced 26 corrective measures.
The use of force has raised questions about its necessity and impact on protesters' rights.
- Who
- Rapid Action Force (RAF) and Delhi Police
- What
- Use of Anti-Riot Gun and other munitions to disperse protesters
- When
- July 20, 2023
- Where
- Jantar Mantar, Delhi
- Why
- To disperse protesters during a demonstration
RAF's Use of Force
Protesters' Rights
Use of Anti-Riot Gun
RAF's Use of Force
The RAF used the Anti-Riot Gun to disperse protesters, following the DCP's orders.
Protesters' Rights
Protesters may argue that the use of such weapons is excessive and violates their rights to peaceful assembly.
Operational Shortcomings
RAF's Use of Force
The RAF identified operational shortcomings and issued corrective measures to improve crowd control.
Protesters' Rights
Protesters may view these measures as insufficient and call for greater accountability and transparency.
- Date of Protest
- July 20
- Location
- Jantar Mantar, Delhi
- Munitions Used
- 55 non-electric shells, 15 electric shells, 5 tear smoke grenades, 2 Anti-Riot Gun rounds, 2 rounds of plastic pellets
- RAF Review Meeting
- July 22
- Corrective Measures
- 26 measures introduced
