Archive · 20 Jul 2026
Delhi Police Deploy Heavy Security for CJP Protest
On 20 July, Delhi Police set up strong security around Jantar Mantar for a protest by the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP).
They used over 2,000 police and paramilitary personnel, special anti-riot vehicles, and barricades.
The police said the protest was not allowed and used batons and tear gas to stop people from reaching Jantar Mantar.
Protesters said they faced heavy barricading and were hit with batons and tear gas.
The police said they did not use force and handled the protest professionally.
The protest happened on the same day Parliament started its Monsoon Session, which was disrupted by opposition members.
Delhi Police deployed over 2,000 personnel, including paramilitary forces and anti-riot units, around Jantar Mantar for the CJP protest.
Police used baton charges and tear gas to disperse protesters attempting to reach Jantar Mantar, terming the march unauthorized.
Section 163 BNSS was invoked to prohibit unauthorized gatherings, including public meetings and demonstrations without prior permission.
Protesters claimed they faced heavy barricading, lathicharge, and tear gas, but the police denied using force.
The protest coincided with the opening day of Parliament's Monsoon Session, leading to disruptions by Opposition members.
- Who
- Delhi Police, Cockroach Janta Party (CJP), protesters including students and youth activists
- What
- Heavy security deployment and protests around Jantar Mantar
- When
- 20 July
- Where
- Jantar Mantar, Parliament complex, and surrounding areas in New Delhi
- Why
- To maintain public order and prevent security violations during the CJP's 'Chalo Sansad' march
- Security Personnel
- Over 2,000 police and paramilitary personnel
- Protest Location
- Jantar Mantar
- Protest Date
- 20 July
- Prohibited Activities
- Public meetings, assemblies of five or more persons, carrying banners or weapons, making speeches, and conducting demonstrations without prior permission
- Police Action
- Baton charges, tear gas, and heavy barricading
- Protesters' Claims
- Heavy barricading, lathicharge, and tear gas used against protesters
- Police Statement
- No use of force on protesters, protest handled professionally
- Protest Permission
- No permission sought or granted
