Delhi protests LIVE | Over 7,000 detained; CJP: Will march to Jantar Mantar again on Sunday

Security tightened at Delhi Airport ahead of CJP protest

Security tightened across Delhi ahead of the Cockroach Janata Party (CJP) protest today. Visuals from Terminal 3 of Indira Gandhi International Airport.

Delhi police defends restrictions ahead of CJP protest

Delhi Police has defended the restrictions imposed across the national capital ahead of the Cockroach Janta Party’s (CJP) protest at Jantar Mantar, saying it must ensure public safety while respecting the right to protest.

In a post on X, the police said the presence of key establishments and constitutional offices in New Delhi meant authorities had to consider the needs of protesters as well as residents and workers.

“People have a right to protest. At the same time, important establishments and the offices of the constitutional bodies are in New Delhi. People living and working in Delhi should be able to go about their day safely too. Delhi Police have a responsibility towards all of these,” the post said.

Police also cited the limited capacity of Jantar Mantar as a practical concern, saying the site can accommodate only 1,000 people at a time.

“There are limits to how many people a particular location can safely accommodate,” the police added.

Railways cancel over 250 trains ahead of CJP protest

The Railway Board has cancelled more than 250 trains connecting New Delhi and Hazrat Nizamuddin stations with destinations across the country ahead of the Cockroach Janta Party’s (CJP) planned protest, reported NDTV.

The cancellations cover passenger trains scheduled to depart from their originating stations after 2 pm on October 9, as well as trains due to arrive at New Delhi or Hazrat Nizamuddin between 4 am and 2 pm on October 10.

Trains scheduled to depart from the two stations for their respective destinations have also been cancelled. Local train services are included in the cancellations, taking the total beyond 250.

Over 1,000 detained across Delhi ahead of CJP protest

At least 1,000 people have been detained across Delhi ahead of the Cockroach Janta Party’s (CJP) protest against Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar, police said. The detentions began late Friday and continued into Saturday morning, with people picked up from border areas and several districts.

Hindustan Times reported that southeast Delhi police detained more than 250 people after identifying protesters in Shaheen Bagh and Jamia Nagar.

Police also said over 100 people were detained in east and northeast Delhi.

Detentions were also carried out at railway stations, bus stops and areas near the airport as security was tightened ahead of the planned protest.

Drone surveillance at New Delhi Railway Station ahead of CJP protest

Drone surveillance is underway at New Delhi Railway Station ahead of the Cockroach Janata Party’s (CJP) protest at Jantar Mantar, as security is tightened across the national capital.

Delhi Police and Rapid Action Force (RAF) personnel have been deployed at the station, with officers conducting security marches and drones monitoring the area.

Delhi Police wear body cameras ahead of CJP protest

Delhi Police personnel deployed for security ahead of the Cockroach Janata Party (CJP) protest on Saturday were seen wearing body cameras on their uniforms.

According to an ANI report, the cameras can record footage in low-light conditions, helping document events during security operations.

A police personnel said the devices would help protect both officers and the public by recording incidents and addressing allegations of misconduct.

“In situations of manhandling, allegations are levelled against Delhi Police. So, these body cams will prove whether we did anything to anyone or not. This will record everything,” the personnel told ANI.

Delhi Police prepares detention centres ahead of CJP protest: Report

Delhi Police personnel removed people deemed “suspicious” from the area around Jantar Mantar on Saturday, ahead of a planned protest by the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP).

Amid heightened security, three sports complexes have been identified as possible temporary detention centres if required, reported the Hindustan Times.

The facilities include Rajiv Gandhi Stadium in Bawana, Chhatrasal Stadium in north Delhi and Major Dhyan Chand National Stadium near India Gate. The official said police had informed the government of plans to use the venues to hold people detained during security operations linked to the protest.

A police officer also said Nirankari Samagam Ground in Burari could be used for detentions if necessary.

The CJP has called the protest at Jantar Mantar to demand the resignation of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar.

7,000 protesters expected, say police

Delhi Police expects around 7,000 protesters to arrive in the national capital on Saturday, with senior officers directing personnel to exercise maximum restraint and handle the situation professionally, an official said.

During a briefing ahead of the planned demonstration, police personnel were instructed not to react to any provocative acts by protesters and to maintain calm throughout the operation, they said.

Sources said Delhi Police has made it clear that no unauthorised gathering will be allowed. Personnel have been directed to detain those arriving to participate in the protest and shift them to designated detention centres.

Action may also be taken against individuals claiming to be independent journalists if they attempt to provoke police personnel or create a confrontation, depending on the circumstances, they said.

On the possibility of shifting the protesters to Ramlila Maidan, police clarified that no application seeking permission to hold a demonstration there has been received so far.

A formal application will have to be submitted before the authorities concerned to take a decision on the matter.

Senior officers have also directed police personnel to ensure that the entire force functions in a disciplined and professional manner. Senior police officers will remain present at the spot and take necessary decisions depending on the situation.

Why is PM Modi scared of youth, Gen Z? asks Dipke

Why is PM Modi scared of youth, Gen Z? asks Dipke

#WATCH | Mumbai: Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) Founder Abhijeet Dipke says, "I wonder why the Prime Minister of this country is so afraid of the nation's youth and its people. What was the need to shut down all railway services? What was the need to halt all metro operations? They have cut off the internet and blocked the roads. They have brought the Army from J&K and deployed it in Delhi. They have summoned CRPF forces from Naxal-affected areas and deployed them in Delhi. Do Narendra Modi and Amit Shah want to wage war against the people of their own country? Is Gyanesh Kumar so dear to them that they would unleash their police and army forces upon their own citizens?..."

He adds, "PM Modi is afraid; he fears that the people of this country will not vote for him after this. That is why, simply to cling to power, they are picking people up from trains. Announcements are being made in societies warning people not to join the protests. The Delhi Police is visiting homes, telling people not to participate in protests. But why shouldn't we? Protesting is our fundamental right. Article 19 grants us the fundamental right to protest in a democratic and peaceful manner, and that is exactly what we intend to do.

When asked if he will be arrested upon reaching Delhi airport, he says, "If they want to detain or arrest me, let them go ahead. I am ready for it; let them arrest or detain me. It makes no difference to me. Invoke the UAPA, invoke the NSA—go ahead and do it. But we will keep fighting for free and fair elections and to save this country's democracy."

— ANI (@ANI) October 10, 2026

Massive security deployment at Mandi House

Massive security deployment at Mandi House  

#WATCH | Delhi: Heavy security deployment around Mandi House, ahead of the CJP protest today. https://t.co/eDIuqhUzFm

— ANI (@ANI) October 10, 2026