# Delhi Police Accused of Unlawful Detentions

- Topic: india
- Source: The Hindu
- Published: 2026-07-25
- Original: https://www.thehindu.com/news/national/jantar-mantar-not-a-prison-desist-from-unlawfully-detaining-protestors-cjp-to-delhi-police/article71265407.ece
- Language: en
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The Cockroach Janta Party has condemned the Delhi police for detaining and intimidating protestors at Jantar Mantar. The party demands that the police cease and desist from unlawful detentions and allow citizens to reach the protest site.

## Key takeaways

- CJP accuses Delhi police of detaining protestors before they can reach Jantar Mantar.
- Police are allegedly preventing the supply of food and essential items to the protest site.
- CJP demands an end to the intimidation and siege around Jantar Mantar.

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