Delhi Police Defends Actions During Jantar Mantar Student Protest

Delhi Police has defended its actions during a student protest at Jantar Mantar, rejecting claims of excessive force and explaining why officers wore civil clothes. They stated that approximately 5,000 officers managed over 30,000 protesters, with no serious injuries reported.

18 Aug, 05:38 — 18 Aug, 05:38

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hindustan-timesMostly Factual7d ago

Delhi Police denies excessive use of force during protest: '5k cops tried to manage 30k+ protesters'

The police said the situation turned violent after sections of the crowd allegedly breached multiple layers of barricades and tried to move towards Parliament.

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Delhi Police denies excessive use of force during protest: '5k cops tried to manage 30k+ protesters'

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"One-Sided Picture": Delhi Police To Supreme Court On Jantar Mantar Crackdown

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Times of India18 Aug, 11:17Latest update

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Delhi Police Defends Actions During Jantar Mantar Student Protest

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Delhi Police denies excessive use of force during protest: '5k cops tried to manage 30k+ protesters'

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Delhi Police denies excessive use of force during protest: '5k cops tried to manage 30k+ protesters'

"One-Sided Picture": Delhi Police To Supreme Court On Jantar Mantar Crackdown

Delhi Police explains why cops wore civil clothes during Jantar Mantar protest

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