Delhi High Court urges government to consider closing Jantar Mantar for protests

The Delhi High Court has questioned the continued use of Jantar Mantar as a protest venue after a series of demonstrations, including a large student movement led by the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) over an alleged NEET paper leak and a separate peaceful rally sought by the All India Dalit Christian Rights Protection Committee. Justice Amit Mahajan remarked, “Don’t put the city to ransom. Let the police decide,” and asked why the site should remain open if it disrupts daily life. He suggested that the government consider shutting the location down. The court directed the Delhi Police to decide on a plea for a three‑hour protest by 75 Dalit Christians on August 10, noting security concerns and the upcoming Independence Day celebrations. Meanwhile, CJP leader Abhijit Deepak has called on Prime Minister Narendra Modi to dedicate his Independence Day address to Gen Z and youth issues, launching a nationwide “What the Public Says?” outreach campaign.