Supreme Court Angered Over Police Action During Delhi’s Jantar Mantar Protest
The Supreme Court has taken serious note of the alleged crackdown on protests at Delhi's Jantar Mantar and ordered the formation of a Special Investigation Team (SIT) headed by a former judge to investigate the July 20 Parliament march incident.
New Delhi: The Supreme Court has taken serious note of the alleged crackdown on protests at Delhi’s Jantar Mantar and ordered the formation of a Special Investigation Team (SIT) headed by a former judge to investigate the July 20 Parliament march incident.
During the hearing, the court expressed displeasure over the alleged suppression of peaceful protests and raised concerns over the reported use of pellet guns and electric batons against students and protesters.
The judges reportedly questioned the manner in which the police handled the demonstrations and expressed concern over allegations that several young people were injured during the police action.
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The Supreme Court’s observations came during the hearing of a petition concerning the events surrounding the July 20 Parliament march. The court is expected to examine the circumstances leading to the alleged police action and the injuries sustained by protesters.
The direction to constitute an SIT under the supervision of a former judge is aimed at ensuring an independent investigation into the allegations. Further details regarding the composition of the SIT and the scope of its investigation are expected to emerge as the proceedings continue.
