SC to Review Jantar Mantar as Protest Site! 🚨 Residents' Plea for Change
SC to Review Jantar Mantar as Protest Site! 🚨 Residents' Plea for Change
Is Jantar Mantar's protest era ending? The Supreme Court is examining a PIL on its suitability, citing inconvenience to Delhi residents. Stay tuned for updates on this crucial urban development!
The Supreme Court has taken a significant step towards potentially rethinking Jantar Mantar's long-standing role as a primary protest venue in Delhi. On Monday, the apex court agreed to examine a Public Interest Litigation (PIL) that argues Jantar Mantar is no longer an ideal site for demonstrations, primarily due to the considerable inconvenience it causes to local residents and the disruption of essential services.
The PIL, filed by Satish Chand Kaushik, highlights that ongoing protests create serious problems for those living in the vicinity. Issues such as restricted access and movement, along with disruptions to the supply of essential goods and crucial medical services, were brought to the court's attention. This plea seeks an alternative, more suitable location for public demonstrations within the city.
A bench comprising Chief Justice of India Surya Kant and Justices Joymalya Bagchi and V Mohana heard the matter. The Chief Justice acknowledged the gravity of the concerns raised, stating, "It has been stated in the plea that Jantar Mantar is not a proper site anymore for such protests due to ingress and egress issues. Supply of medical essentials etc. I think this is important."
Following the hearing, the Supreme Court issued notices to the Centre and other relevant authorities. Solicitor General Tushar Mehta was asked to seek instructions on the issues presented in the PIL. The matter has been directed to be listed separately for further examination.
The petitioner's counsel also referenced a "proposed political march" and urged the court to prevent a repeat of a "July 20 incident." However, the bench refrained from commenting on specific future events, expressing confidence in the authorities' ability to manage such situations. "They know how to handle it. If they cannot, come to us for mishandling. I am sure they will handle (it)," the CJI remarked, underscoring the court's trust in the administration's capacity to maintain order.
