Archive · 23 Jul 2026
20 CRPF Companies Deployed in Delhi Amid Protests
The government has sent 20 more groups of CRPF soldiers to Delhi to help with security.
This is because there have been protests by a group called CJP and other political parties.
These soldiers were brought from West Bengal, where they were helping with elections.
Each group has about 100 soldiers.
The government wants to make sure everything is safe during these protests and the ongoing Parliament session.
The protesters are demanding education reforms and the resignation of the education minister.
They are also protesting against the use of force by security personnel during a march to Parliament.
20 additional CRPF companies deployed in Delhi for security.
Forces airlifted from West Bengal after MHA ordered immediate deployment.
Deployment necessitated by violent clashes during protests.
CRPF companies were previously deployed for West Bengal assembly elections.
30 CRPF companies and RAF units already provided to Delhi Police.
- Who
- The Centre, CRPF, Delhi Police, CJP protesters, various political parties
- What
- Deployment of 20 additional CRPF companies in Delhi
- When
- Deployment ordered on Tuesday night, ongoing Parliament session started on July 20
- Where
- Delhi, airlifted from West Bengal
- Why
- To strengthen security measures in view of CJP protests and demonstrations by various political parties
Protesters
Government
Purpose of Deployment
Protesters
Protesters view the deployment as an attempt to suppress their voice and democratic right to protest.
Government
The government sees it as a necessary measure to maintain law and order during protests.
- Number of CRPF Companies Deployed
- 20
- Origin of Deployment
- West Bengal
- Strength of One CRPF Company
- 100 personnel
- Reason for Deployment
- Protests over NEET irregularities and CJP demonstrations
- Ongoing Session
- Monsoon session of the Parliament
- Date of Deployment Order
- Tuesday night
- Start Date of Parliament Session
- July 20
Sources
Delhi protests: 20 additional CRPF companies rushed in
Delhi protests: 20 additional CRPF companies rushed in from West Bengal
More 2000 CRPF Personnel Flown In From Bengal As Protestors Swell Delhi
20 CRPF companies rushed in from WB