Archive · 1 Dec 2025
Police Arrest Protesters Linked to Banned Group
Some people were protesting at India Gate in New Delhi about pollution.
The police said that some of these protesters had gone to a meeting of a group called the Radical Students' Union (RSU) in Hyderabad earlier this year.
The RSU is a banned group.
The police also said that the protesters had links to a group called the Naxalites and had shouted slogans supporting a Maoist leader named Madvi Hidma.
The police want to keep the protesters in custody to question them more, but the protesters' lawyers say the police don't have enough evidence and that keeping the protesters in jail is hurting their education and careers.
A group called CASR supports these protesters and other people who have been accused of doing bad things against India.
The court said the police should give more information about each protester and will decide on Monday whether to grant bail.
Police claim some protesters arrested for using pepper spray at India Gate attended a banned group's conference in Hyderabad.
Police argue against bail, citing evidence of protesters' links to the Naxalite movement and need for further investigation.
Counsel for the accused contends police lack concrete evidence and bail denial jeopardizes students' education and careers.
Court adjourned hearing until Monday, asking police to file supplementary reports on each accused's role.
Eight protesters were produced before a magistrate, who sent them to judicial custody for two days.
- Who
- Protesters, Delhi Police, Judicial Magistrate Aridaman Singh Cheema, Public Prosecutor, Counsel for the Accused, Advocate Abhinav Sekhri, Duty Metropolitan Magistrate Anjali Singh, CASR (Campaign Against State Repression)
- What
- Protesters allegedly used pepper spray on police personnel during a demonstration at India Gate over pollution; police claim some protesters attended a banned group's conference in Hyderabad and have links to the Naxalite movement.
- When
- Protest occurred on November 24, 2025; conference attended by protesters was on February 21-22, 2025; court hearing on November 25, 2025, adjourned to Monday
- Where
- Protest at India Gate, New Delhi; conference in Hyderabad; court proceedings in New Delhi
- Why
- Police argue against bail, citing evidence of protesters' links to banned group and Naxalite movement; counsel for accused argues for bail, citing lack of concrete evidence and potential impact on students' education and careers. CASR supports protesters and other individuals accused of anti-India activities.
Police and Government
Protesters and CASR
Protesters' Actions and Affiliations
Police and Government
Police claim protesters used pepper spray, attended a banned group's conference, and have links to the Naxalite movement, justifying their arrest and denial of bail.
Protesters and CASR
Protesters' counsel argues police lack concrete evidence and that bail denial jeopardizes students' education and careers, suggesting the arrests are politically motivated.
CASR's Role and Support
Police and Government
CASR is accused of supporting anti-India elements, including Maoists and individuals involved in violent activities, and exploiting social issues for political gain.
Protesters and CASR
CASR portrays itself as advocating for human rights and against state repression, supporting individuals it claims are wrongfully accused by the government.
- Date of Protest
- November 24, 2025
- Number of Protesters Arrested
- 23
- Number of Accused in Court
- 6
- Number of Protesters in Police Custody
- 8
- Protest Location
- India Gate, New Delhi
- Banned Group
- Radical Students' Union (RSU)
- Maoist Leader Mentioned
- Madvi Hidma
- Court Adjournment Date
- Monday (unspecified date)
- CASR's Stance
- Supports individuals accused of anti-India activities, including Maoists and those involved in the Delhi riots.
