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Indian Activist Swatantra Bhardwaj Arrested After Failed Escape Attempt

Authorities in Uttar Pradesh have detained prominent Indian influencer Swatantra Bhardwaj after he attempted to flee police custody in Bulandshahr. The arrest follows his initial detention for allegedly assaulting a journalist during a protest outside India’s Supreme Court.

4 Sept, 12:18 — 4 Sept, 12:18
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Self-styled influencer Swatantra Bhardwaj, accused of assault at CJP protest, detained after escape bid in UP: Cops

The Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) had staged a protest outside the Parliament Street police station on Friday, demanding Bhardwaj’s arrest.

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Swatantra Bharadwaj detained in Bulandshahr, says Delhi Police

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Self-styled influencer Swatantra Bhardwaj, accused of assault at CJP protest, detained after escape bid in UP: Cops

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