Supreme Court Seeks Centre, Delhi Response on Jantar Mantar Protest Suitability

Supreme Court has issued an order seeking responses from the Central Government and Delhi authorities regarding the suitability of Jantar Mantar for public protests. The court was prompted by a public interest litigation that argued the historic site lacks essential amenities required for large gatherings. In its observation, the court noted that Jantar Mantar does not provide adequate facilities such as water, sanitation, and crowd control infrastructure, making it unsuitable for mass demonstrations. The petitioner also warned that potential marches could lead to clashes and that police may need to intervene to prevent violence, placing the onus on authorities to manage emerging situations and uphold the rule of law.