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Delhi Police Reject October 10 Protest, Warn of Legal Action

Delhi Police turned down a request to hold a protest on October 10.

The planned demonstration was about the accountability of the Chief Election Commissioner.

Police said the request came too late because their guidelines require 10 days’ notice.

They also said organizers had not followed rules during earlier demonstrations.

Police cited safety and traffic concerns as other reasons for refusing permission.

Section 163 is currently in force in New Delhi and prohibits gatherings and demonstrations, police said.

Joint Commissioner Nupur Prasad warned that people who gather unlawfully or damage property could face legal action.

She also said police support peaceful protest but will not tolerate violence.

Key facts

Proposed demonstration: October 10; focused on the accountability of the Chief Election Commissioner.
Decision: Delhi Police rejected the application for permission.
Notice requirement: Police guidelines require an application at least 10 days before a protest.
Restriction in force: Section 163 of the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita applies in the New Delhi area, police said.
Reasons cited: Short notice, past non-compliance, law-and-order concerns, calls from other organizations, and traffic concerns.
Police warning: Police said unlawful gatherings and incidents of public property destruction or vandalism could prompt legal action.
Metro station reports: Prasad said a separate operational briefing would be provided by the concerned DCP about reports of a request to close metro stations.

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