Why Did the Delhi High Court Refuse an Urgent Hearing on the Plea Against Police Action During the CJP Protest?
The Delhi High Court on Tuesday declined to urgently hear a petition alleging that Delhi Police used excessive force against students participating in the Cockroach Janta Party’s (CJP) “Chalo Sansad” march to Parliament.
A bench comprising Chief Justice D.K. Upadhyaya and Justice Tejas Karia refused the request for immediate listing and directed that the matter would instead be heard on Wednesday.
The case relates to allegations of police action during a large-scale protest organised by the CJP over alleged examination irregularities.
What Happened in Court?
The petitioner requested an urgent hearing, claiming that Delhi Police personnel had used excessive force against protesters during Monday’s demonstration.
However, the bench declined to grant immediate relief.
“Don’t drag the court into all this,” the judges remarked while refusing to accord urgent listing to the matter.
The court subsequently scheduled the petition for hearing on Wednesday, when the allegations are expected to be examined in detail.
What Was the ‘Chalo Sansad’ Protest About?
Thousands of students and supporters participated in the Cockroach Janta Party’s “Chalo Sansad” march on Monday.
The protest was organised to demand the resignation of Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan over allegations related to examination irregularities.
The demonstration witnessed large gatherings as protesters attempted to march towards Parliament, leading to security restrictions and police deployment in the national capital.
What Are the Allegations Against Delhi Police?
The CJP has accused Delhi Police of using excessive force to stop protesters from reaching Parliament.
According to the organisers, several students sustained injuries during the police action.
The party also alleged that Gitanjali J. Angmo, wife of environmental activist Sonam Wangchuk, was pushed during the protest.
These allegations have become a key part of the petition filed before the Delhi High Court.
What Is Delhi Police’s Response?
Delhi Police has rejected the allegations made by the protesters.
Responding to claims regarding Gitanjali J. Angmo, the police described reports of any assault as “completely false and misleading.”
The police have maintained that appropriate measures were taken to manage the protest and ensure law and order in the vicinity of Parliament.
What Happens Next?
With the Delhi High Court declining an urgent hearing, the petition will now come up before the court on Wednesday.
The proceedings are expected to focus on the allegations of excessive force by Delhi Police and the circumstances surrounding the handling of the protest.
The outcome of the hearing could provide greater clarity on the legal issues raised by the petition as well as the police’s actions during the demonstration.
