Supreme Court Orders Review of Delhi Barricades, Demands Response on Police Excesses

Supreme Court held a special hearing that ordered a review of the barricades erected by Delhi police during the protest crackdown and demanded a detailed response on alleged police excesses, including possible illegal detentions.

Delhi Police faced scrutiny after the court cited incidents of alleged illegal detention and the removal of internet access for protest participants, prompting demands to restore connectivity and metro services that were halted during the crackdown.

Protesters voiced frustration over the loss of internet connectivity and the suspension of metro services, citing the court’s demand for restoration and highlighting concerns about civil liberties amid the Delhi protest crackdown.

Government officials are expected to respond to the court’s request, which could lead to changes in how future protests are managed and how public services are maintained, potentially reshaping Delhi’s approach to civil unrest.