Archive · 21 Jul 2026
Maharashtra Students Protest at Jantar Mantar
A group of students from Maharashtra went to Delhi to protest in support of the Cockroach Janta Party.
The protest turned tense when the police used water cannons and stopped food and water supplies.
The students say they were hurt and couldn't communicate because the internet and social media were blocked.
The police say they had to do this to keep order.
Many students, including women and children, were injured.
Over 650 students from Maharashtra protested at Jantar Mantar in Delhi.
Police used water cannons and lathicharge to disperse the crowd.
Protesters allege denial of water, food, and communication access.
Women and minors were reportedly injured during the protest.
Government messages indicated an internet ban and restrictions on social media.
- Who
- Students from Maharashtra, primarily from Mumbai University
- What
- Protest in support of Cockroach Janta Party
- When
- Monday
- Where
- Jantar Mantar, Delhi
- Why
- To protest against alleged issues and support their party
Protesters
Authorities
Use of Force
Protesters
Protesters allege excessive force, including water cannons and lathicharge, causing injuries to women and children.
Authorities
Authorities claim necessary measures to maintain law and order.
Access to Supplies
Protesters
Protesters claim denial of basic supplies like water and food, and restrictions on communication.
Authorities
Authorities may argue restrictions were necessary for security reasons.
- Location
- Jantar Mantar, Delhi
- Date
- Monday
- Number of Protesters
- More than 650 students from Maharashtra
- Key Allegations
- Excessive force, denial of water and food, communication restrictions
- Injuries Reported
- Women and minors bleeding
- Communication Issues
- Internet ban, WhatsApp and Instagram restrictions