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Home Secretary Urges Police Chiefs to Share Intelligence Ahead of CJP Protest
Union Home Secretary Govind Mohan wrote to police chiefs across India on Friday, requesting coordination in intelligence sharing and cooperation with Delhi Police ahead of the Cockroach Janta Party’s (CJP) protest march scheduled for October 10. In the letter, seen by HT, Mohan noted that the CJP had been “categorically denied permission” but that credible intelligence indicated the party and its supporters might disobey statutory orders and attempt an unauthorized entry into Delhi from various states and union territories, potentially disturbing public peace and order. The home secretary cited a documented history of the CJP and its affiliates’ non‑compliance with lawful directions, which had previously caused damage to public property and law‑and‑order disturbances in Delhi. Delhi Police’s Joint Commissioner Nupur Prasad said in a press conference that the Abhijit Dipke‑led outfit was denied permission because it had flouted rules when it was granted permission for a similar protest two months earlier. Prasad also noted that the CJP had applied for permission only a few days ago, while rules require at least 10 days’ notice to allow police to make arrangements.
Frequently asked questions
When is the Cockroach Janta Party protest scheduled?
October 10.
Why was permission denied to the CJP protest?
The party was denied permission because it had flouted rules when previously granted permission for a similar protest and applied only a few days ago, while rules require at least 10 days’ notice.
What did Home Secretary Govind Mohan request from police chiefs?
He requested coordination in intelligence sharing and cooperation with Delhi Police ahead of the protest.