The Delhi High Court has referred a writ petition filed by the Save India Foundation to a Division Bench led by the Chief Justice, which is already addressing similar concerns. This decision follows allegations regarding protestors from the “Cockroach Janta Party” (CJP) who were reportedly involved in violent incidents on July 20, 2026.

During the proceedings presided over by Justice Prateek Jalan, questions arose regarding the appropriateness of treating this petition as an individual writ. Justice Jalan noted, “Is this a PIL? Why not? You should file it as a PIL when you don’t have a personal locus.” He acknowledged having reviewed the petition, which raises issues of public interest.

Solicitor General Tushar Mehta, representing the Centre, indicated that the matters raised were already under consideration in another petition before the Court. He confirmed there was no objection to arguing the case and expressed willingness to cooperate with the judicial process.

Details of the Petition Filed by Save India Foundation

The petition, submitted by authorized representative Preet Singh, seeks a writ of mandamus directing the Delhi Police to take action against individuals allegedly engaged in violence during the CJP protests. The document claims that Delhi Police neglected to implement preventative measures despite prior warnings regarding planned demonstrations.

The Save India Foundation’s plea alleges that the police failed to restrict illegal gatherings at sensitive sites, including Jantar Mantar and areas adjacent to Parliament and India Gate. This inaction is claimed to have resulted in assaults on police personnel and damage to public infrastructure.

The petition further asserts that previous representations made to the police, both before and after the protest, did not prompt any meaningful action against those involved in the alleged violence. Additionally, it argues that the protest led to significant disorder in New Delhi, with incidents of protesters reportedly assaulting officers on duty and creating public panic.

It also highlights the police’s lack of response despite available evidence, such as news reports, CCTV footage, and videos circulating on social media, documenting the incidents. The petition calls for the recovery of damages caused to public property from those responsible for the disturbances during the protest.

Next Steps in Judicial Process

In light of these developments, Justice Jalan noted that the connected public interest litigation is set to be heard by the Chief Justice’s Division Bench at 2:30 pm. He directed that the current petition be presented before the same Bench, pending the Chief Justice’s orders.

The petitioners seek not only criminal action against the individuals involved but also make requests for appropriate relief as deemed necessary by the Court. This situation underscores the ongoing challenges related to public protests in the capital and the implications for law enforcement and community safety.

The petition will remain under the Court’s scrutiny as the broader issues concerning the handling of protests and the protection of citizens’ rights are addressed in the proceedings. The outcome may have significant implications for future public demonstrations in Delhi.

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