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Hindu groups protest at Parliament Road police station, file complaint for Swatantra Bharadwaj
✍️ Amar Ujala · Delhi
🗓 05 Sep 2026, 08:27 PM
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Hindu organisations gathered at the Parliament Road police station in Delhi, staging a protest and lodging a formal complaint in support of Swatantra Bharadwaj after the Jantar Mantar assault.
Delhi police said a coalition of Hindu organisations assembled outside the Parliament Road police station on Monday, demanding action over the recent assault that took place at Jantar Mantar. The groups carried placards and chanted slogans, emphasizing their support for Swatantra Bharadwaj, who was allegedly targeted during the incident.
The protesters submitted a written complaint to the station, requesting a thorough investigation and the registration of a case against those involved in the Jantar Mantar violence. They also urged authorities to ensure the safety of activists and to prevent similar attacks in the future.
Police officials confirmed receipt of the complaint but declined to comment on any ongoing investigation, stating that standard procedures would be followed. No arrests were reported at the time of reporting.
The demonstration remained peaceful, with participants dispersing after the filing of the complaint. Local residents observed the gathering but reported no disruptions to traffic or public order.
The incident highlights rising tensions surrounding protests at Jantar Mantar, a frequent site for political demonstrations, and the role of community groups in seeking legal recourse.
The protesters submitted a written complaint to the station, requesting a thorough investigation and the registration of a case against those involved in the Jantar Mantar violence. They also urged authorities to ensure the safety of activists and to prevent similar attacks in the future.
Police officials confirmed receipt of the complaint but declined to comment on any ongoing investigation, stating that standard procedures would be followed. No arrests were reported at the time of reporting.
The demonstration remained peaceful, with participants dispersing after the filing of the complaint. Local residents observed the gathering but reported no disruptions to traffic or public order.
The incident highlights rising tensions surrounding protests at Jantar Mantar, a frequent site for political demonstrations, and the role of community groups in seeking legal recourse.