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Chief Justice of India to reconvene protest at Jantar Mantar at 10 am despite mass arrests
✍️ News18
🗓 11 Oct 2026, 07:01 AM
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The Chief Justice of India has announced a 10 am gathering at Jantar Mantar in New Delhi, even as authorities have detained large numbers of participants.
New Delhi – The Chief Justice of India (CJI) has scheduled a re‑assembly of protestors at Jantar Mantar for 10 am, signalling a continuation of the movement despite recent mass detentions by law‑enforcement agencies. The decision was communicated through official channels, indicating that the gathering will proceed as planned.
Authorities have reportedly detained several activists and supporters in the days leading up to the scheduled protest, raising concerns about the ability of participants to reach the venue. Police statements suggest that the detentions are part of a broader effort to maintain public order, though no specific charges have been disclosed.
Organisers of the protest have urged participants to remain peaceful and to follow any directives issued by the police. They also indicated that legal assistance will be available for those who have been arrested.
The upcoming assembly at Jantar Mantar, a historic site for public demonstrations, is expected to draw attention from national media and civil‑society groups. Observers note that the CJI’s move underscores the judiciary’s role in addressing the underlying grievances that sparked the original protests.
The situation remains fluid, and further updates will be provided as the event unfolds.
Authorities have reportedly detained several activists and supporters in the days leading up to the scheduled protest, raising concerns about the ability of participants to reach the venue. Police statements suggest that the detentions are part of a broader effort to maintain public order, though no specific charges have been disclosed.
Organisers of the protest have urged participants to remain peaceful and to follow any directives issued by the police. They also indicated that legal assistance will be available for those who have been arrested.
The upcoming assembly at Jantar Mantar, a historic site for public demonstrations, is expected to draw attention from national media and civil‑society groups. Observers note that the CJI’s move underscores the judiciary’s role in addressing the underlying grievances that sparked the original protests.
The situation remains fluid, and further updates will be provided as the event unfolds.