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Politics
Delhi Police block anti‑reservation rally at Jantar Mantar, relocate to Ramleela Maidan
✍️ Amar Ujala · Delhi
🗓 21 Aug 2026, 02:37 PM
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Delhi police refused permission for an anti‑reservation rally at Jantar Mantar and ordered the organizers to shift the protest to Ramleela Maidan, citing procedural reasons.
The Delhi police denied a permit for a rally demanding the removal of reservation quotas that was slated to begin at Jantar Mantar. Officials said the application for the protest had not been approved under the city’s rules for public assemblies.
Authorities instructed the organizers to move the demonstration to Ramleela Maidan, a venue that can accommodate large gatherings with existing police oversight. Police officials added that the shift would help avoid congestion around the central monument and ensure public safety.
The decision underscores the administration’s strict stance on unapproved protests in the capital, especially those that could disrupt traffic and civic order. Organisers have been asked to submit a fresh request for the new location if they wish to proceed.
Authorities instructed the organizers to move the demonstration to Ramleela Maidan, a venue that can accommodate large gatherings with existing police oversight. Police officials added that the shift would help avoid congestion around the central monument and ensure public safety.
The decision underscores the administration’s strict stance on unapproved protests in the capital, especially those that could disrupt traffic and civic order. Organisers have been asked to submit a fresh request for the new location if they wish to proceed.