The Delhi Police has released CCTV footage from the Parliament march held on July 20, showing clashes between protesters and police personnel as allegations of excessive force during the demonstration continue to trigger controversy.

The release comes amid criticism over the police action against students who participated in the march and as the Supreme Court is scheduled to hear a petition related to the matter.

The four videos released by the Delhi Police highlight incidents including protesters crossing barricades, stone pelting and damage to police vehicles at multiple locations.

The CCTV clips capture incidents during the march where protesters allegedly confronted security personnel and attempted to move beyond restricted areas.

One video shows protesters jumping over police barricades after security forces attempted to stop their movement.

Another clip shows scenes from the Palika Bazaar area, where protesters can allegedly be seen throwing stones and damaging a police vehicle parked nearby.

A third video from near Parliament Street Police Station shows protesters breaking through a police cordon and entering a restricted zone.

The fourth footage, recorded near Janpath Metro Station, shows similar scenes of stone pelting and alleged vandalism of a police vehicle.

Police version and protesters’ allegations

The CCTV footage released by Delhi Police focuses on incidents involving clashes with protesters and damage to public property.

The police have maintained that the action was taken in response to attempts to breach security arrangements and attacks on personnel.

However, protesters have accused the police of using excessive force during the march and have shared videos on social media claiming that students were injured during the confrontation.

The competing claims have led to demands for an independent examination of the events surrounding the protest.

The controversy has gained further attention with the Supreme Court agreeing to hear a petition connected with the student protest and police action.