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CJP protester Swatantra Bhardwaj to be arrested within 72 hours, sources say
✍️ The Times of India
🗓 04 Sep 2026, 05:06 PM
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Authorities have announced that Swatantra Bhardwaj, a CJP protester and daughter of an assault victim, will be taken into custody within the next 72 hours.
New Delhi – Law enforcement officials have confirmed that Swatantra Bhardwaj, identified as a protester affiliated with the CJP movement and the daughter of a recent assault victim, is expected to be arrested within 72 hours. The announcement came after a series of demonstrations that drew attention to the case of her mother, who was allegedly assaulted earlier this month.
According to the police spokesperson, the decision to detain Bhardwaj follows an ongoing investigation into alleged violations of public order during the protests. No further details about the charges have been disclosed, but officials indicated that the arrest is part of a broader effort to maintain law and order.
The family of the assault victim has expressed mixed reactions, urging authorities to ensure a fair legal process while also seeking justice for the original crime. Human rights observers have called for transparency in the handling of the case, emphasizing the need to balance protest rights with public safety.
The expected arrest is slated to occur within the next three days, though the exact location and time have not been made public. The development adds another layer to the ongoing debate over protest management in the capital.
Further updates will be provided as the situation evolves.
According to the police spokesperson, the decision to detain Bhardwaj follows an ongoing investigation into alleged violations of public order during the protests. No further details about the charges have been disclosed, but officials indicated that the arrest is part of a broader effort to maintain law and order.
The family of the assault victim has expressed mixed reactions, urging authorities to ensure a fair legal process while also seeking justice for the original crime. Human rights observers have called for transparency in the handling of the case, emphasizing the need to balance protest rights with public safety.
The expected arrest is slated to occur within the next three days, though the exact location and time have not been made public. The development adds another layer to the ongoing debate over protest management in the capital.
Further updates will be provided as the situation evolves.