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Mumbai Police Block August Kranti Maidan, Arrest Protesters Over CEC Demonstration
✍️ Mid-Day
🗓 11 Oct 2026, 08:32 AM
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Police set up barricades at August Kranti Maidan and detained several demonstrators near Grant Road as they protested against the Chief Election Commissioner.
Earlier today, Mumbai police deployed barricades around August Kranti Maidan to prevent a gathering that was organized to protest the Chief Election Commissioner (CEC). The security cordon was reinforced with police personnel and metal barriers, effectively sealing off the historic venue.
Simultaneously, officers moved to the nearby Grant Road area where a number of protesters had assembled. Several individuals were taken into custody, with police confirming that the arrests were made to maintain public order and enforce the ban on the demonstration.
The protestors had cited concerns over the CEC's recent decisions, though specific grievances were not detailed in the statements released by the demonstrators. Authorities have not disclosed the exact number of detainees or any charges that may be filed.
Police spokespersons emphasized that the measures were taken in accordance with existing law and order protocols, urging citizens to express dissent through lawful channels.
Simultaneously, officers moved to the nearby Grant Road area where a number of protesters had assembled. Several individuals were taken into custody, with police confirming that the arrests were made to maintain public order and enforce the ban on the demonstration.
The protestors had cited concerns over the CEC's recent decisions, though specific grievances were not detailed in the statements released by the demonstrators. Authorities have not disclosed the exact number of detainees or any charges that may be filed.
Police spokespersons emphasized that the measures were taken in accordance with existing law and order protocols, urging citizens to express dissent through lawful channels.