Delhi Police said no permission was granted for a planned march to Parliament by the Cockroach Janata Party (CJP) on July 20, 2024 [1].
The warning comes as authorities seek to prevent unauthorized gatherings and maintain public order ahead of a parliamentary session. Any breach of these regulations could lead to legal consequences for the organizers and participants.
The planned demonstration was intended to move from Jantar Mantar toward the Parliament building [2]. However, officials said that the group did not seek the necessary clearances required for such a high-security zone.
"No permission has been sought or granted for the proposed march to Parliament," a Delhi Police spokesperson said [3].
The police department emphasized that the security of the capital remains a priority. Because the march was not sanctioned, the department has alerted its personnel to monitor the area and prevent the assembly from proceeding.
"We will take strict action against any unauthorised gathering on July 20," the spokesperson said [4].
This move highlights the stringent regulations governing protests in the heart of New Delhi. The police maintain that while the right to protest exists, it must be balanced with the need to ensure the smooth functioning of government institutions, especially during active sessions of Parliament.
“"No permission has been sought or granted for the proposed march to Parliament."”
This incident underscores the tension between political expression and state security in India's capital. By preemptively barring the march, Delhi Police are asserting a strict interpretation of public order laws to ensure that parliamentary proceedings are not disrupted by external demonstrations.
