CNN Central News & Network-ITDC India Epress/ITDC News Bhopal: The Supreme Court has sought responses from the Central Government, the Delhi Government, and the Delhi Police Commissioner on a Public Interest Litigation (PIL) questioning whether Jantar Mantar remains a suitable venue for large-scale public protests in the national capital. The petition argues that the historic protest site lacks adequate infrastructure and basic civic amenities for demonstrators while also causing inconvenience to nearby residents, traffic movement, and essential public services. It has urged the authorities to identify and develop alternative locations equipped with proper facilities to accommodate peaceful public demonstrations.
A Bench of the apex court issued notices to the concerned authorities and asked them to submit their replies before the matter is taken up for further hearing. The court clarified that it is examining whether an alternative protest venue can better balance the constitutional right to peaceful assembly with public convenience and urban management. The PIL comes amid heightened attention on protest management in Delhi following recent demonstrations at Jantar Mantar. Legal experts believe the outcome could influence future guidelines governing designated protest sites in the capital. The Supreme Court's decision is expected to have significant implications for public demonstrations, administrative planning, and the exercise of democratic rights while ensuring law and order and minimizing disruption to daily life.
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