Archive · 23 Jul 2026
Delhi Cop Slaps Protester, Removed from Jantar Mantar
A police officer in Delhi was seen slapping a woman protester during a march to Parliament by the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP).
The officer, Sandeep Lamba, was later removed from the protest site.
The protesters were demanding the resignation of the Education Minister over alleged exam irregularities.
Activists and politicians have filed complaints against the officer, and the court has asked the police to preserve all relevant records.
The CJP, a satirical political outfit, has gained significant support and has been protesting for reforms in the education sector.
A Delhi Police officer slapped a female protester during a CJP march to Parliament on July 20.
The officer, Sandeep Lamba, was removed from the Jantar Mantar protest site.
Protesters were demanding the resignation of Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan over alleged exam irregularities.
Activists and politicians have filed complaints against the officer, and the court has asked the police to preserve all relevant records.
The CJP, founded by Abhijeet Dipke, has gained significant support and is protesting for reforms in the education sector.
- Who
- Protesters of the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP), Delhi Police, and activists including Saket Gokhale and Sonam Wangchuk
- What
- A Delhi Police officer slapped a female protester during a CJP march to Parliament, leading to his removal from the protest site.
- When
- The incident occurred on July 20, with subsequent legal actions and court hearings.
- Where
- The incident took place at Jantar Mantar in Delhi.
- Why
- Protesters were demanding the resignation of Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan over alleged examination irregularities.
Protesters and Activists
Delhi Police and Government
Use of Force
Protesters and Activists
Protesters allege excessive use of force by police, including slapping and tear gas, which they claim was used indiscriminately.
Delhi Police and Government
Police maintain that they used necessary measures to control the crowd and prevent breaches of security.
Accountability
Protesters and Activists
Activists and protesters demand accountability and legal action against the police officer involved in the incident.
Delhi Police and Government
The government and police argue that the officer's actions were within the scope of maintaining law and order.
- Date of Incident
- July 20
- Location
- Jantar Mantar, Delhi
- Officer Involved
- Sandeep Lamba, Additional DCP (North East District)
- Protest Demand
- Resignation of Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan
- Injuries
- 50 police personnel and some protesters
- CJP Founder
- Abhijeet Dipke
- Hunger Striker
- Sonam Wangchuk