Delhi on high alert ahead of Parliament session, CJP's 'Chalo Sansad' march

New Delhi: Delhi Police have stepped up security across the national capital ahead of the Monsoon Session of Parliament and the Cockroach Janta Party's (CJP) proposed 'Chalo Sansad' march on Monday, deploying additional personnel and enforcing prohibitory orders in the New Delhi district.

Heavy security has been put in place around Jantar Mantar, Parliament, Central Vista and other key locations, with barricades, intensified vehicle checks and increased surveillance visible across the area.

Authorities have also imposed prohibitory orders under Section 163 of the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita (BNSS), restricting public gatherings in the district.

The heightened security comes amid the CJP's call for a march to Parliament over alleged irregularities in the NEET examination and its demand for the resignation of Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan.

In a public advisory posted on X, Deputy Commissioner of Police (New Delhi) Sachin Sharma said the protest had not been authorised.

"Delhi Police categorically clarifies that no permission has been sought or granted for any such protest march/procession."

He added that the prohibitory order under Section 163 of the BNSS remains in force across the New Delhi district.

"Accordingly, protest marches, processions, demonstrations and assemblies of five or more persons are strictly prohibited, except at the designated protest site at Jantar Mantar, with prior permission."

The advisory warned that anyone violating the restrictions could face prosecution under Section 223 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS) and other applicable laws.

"Delhi Police appeals to all citizens to respect the law, refrain from participating in any unauthorised gathering or march, and cooperate in maintaining public peace, safety and security," Sharma said.

Police officials said additional personnel have been deployed, multi-layered barricades erected and vehicle checks intensified at major entry points into the capital. Reserve forces have also been placed on standby for the duration of the Parliament session.

Officials said the CJP had not obtained permission for the proposed march.

"We are determined not to allow any unauthorised march towards the high-security zone," police said, adding that preventive deployment would remain in place throughout the Parliament session.

A senior police source said elaborate security arrangements had been made to maintain law and order.

"Every vehicle entering the New Delhi district is being thoroughly checked. Additional pickets have been set up at strategic locations, and reserve forces have been kept on standby. CCTV surveillance has also been intensified across sensitive areas," the source said.

The source added that security around Jantar Mantar had been significantly strengthened.

"Security has been significantly stepped up in and around Jantar Mantar, with a three-tier security arrangement put in place to maintain law and order. Two layers of Delhi Police personnel and one layer of paramilitary forces have been deployed in the area. The security grid will remain in place round the clock to ensure that the situation remains peaceful."

Security has also been enhanced around Parliament Street, Connaught Place, Shankar Chowk and other sensitive installations, with rapid response teams deployed to deal with any contingency.

The heightened vigil comes as CJP founder Abhijeet Dipke continues his indefinite hunger strike after activist Sonam Wangchuk was shifted to Safdarjung Hospital on Saturday following a deterioration in his health. Wangchuk has urged supporters to participate in Monday's proposed march to Parliament.

(PTI)