Mumbai Police have initiated three separate legal cases involving more than fifty protesters linked to the CJP demonstration held at Chaityabhoomi in Dadar. Reports indicate that the action was taken as the protesters allegedly organised the demonstration without securing necessary permissions from the appropriate authorities.

The police have emphasised that adherence to legal protocols is essential for holding such gatherings, and the absence of required permission has led to the filing of cases against the involved individuals. Sources within the police stated that multiple incidents during the protest escalated to a point that necessitated police intervention.

Protest Triggered by Activist’s Removal and NEET Examination Issues

The demonstration was reportedly prompted by the removal of activist Sonam Wangchuk from a hunger strike in New Delhi, along with demands for the resignation of Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan concerning alleged leaks in the NEET examination papers. Wangchuk was advocating for education reforms and addressing significant exam irregularities during his hunger strike.

According to reports, following Wangchuk’s removal, several protesters, including students, gathered at Chaityabhoomi to express their grievances. However, these protests did not go as planned, resulting in police detaining individuals at the protest site to maintain order.

On July 18, the Delhi Police had removed Wangchuk from the hunger strike, resulting in protests not only in Mumbai but also in various other cities across the nation. These events have triggered widespread discussions about the overall educational landscape and the accountability of the authorities involved.

Investigation into Violence During Related Protests in Delhi

In a related scenario, the Delhi Police are currently investigating five FIRs filed in connection with alleged acts of violence during the CJP protest at Jantar Mantar on July 20. The police claim that disturbances included stone-pelting and vandalism, which may have been part of a pre-arranged plan. Officers are looking into existing footage showing such acts, which have raised significant concerns about the management of public protests.

Sources indicate that the FIRs were lodged at Parliament Street and Connaught Place police stations under various sections of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS), 2023, alongside the Arms Act of 1959, and the Prevention of Damage to Public Property (PDPP) Act. These legal measures highlight the seriousness with which authorities are treating incidents of violence associated with protests.

The police have analysed over 250 videos, including both CCTV and drone footage, as well as recordings from personal mobile devices, aimed at identifying individuals allegedly involved in the violent acts. Investigations will also encompass looking into whether those identified have any prior criminal history.

Furthermore, authorities are inquiring into the potential for a coordinated effort behind the unrest, assessing whether communication platforms such as WhatsApp or Telegram were utilised to organise participants ahead of the protests. This aspect of the investigation is vital for understanding the organisation and execution of the demonstration that escalated to violence.

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