Major Surveillance Breakthrough at Capital’s Protest Hub
In a significant revelation concerning security management at major public demonstrations, the Delhi Police have claimed that at least 2,873 individuals with established criminal antecedents were present at the Jantar Mantar protest site between July 20 and July 25. The ongoing agitations at Jantar Mantar have primarily been spearheaded by students and political groups protesting against the alleged NEET-UG paper leak controversy. Police authorities confirmed that these individuals were identified using advanced surveillance technology, raising concerns about external anti-social elements attempting to inflame tensions during civil demonstrations.
Advanced Facial Recognition System Used to Track Offender Movement
According to senior officials within the Delhi Police, the identification was achieved through the extensive deployment of high-resolution Facial Recognition System (FRS) cameras installed across entry and exit checkpoints around Jantar Mantar. The FRS technology cross-referenced live camera feeds with central criminal databases in real time. Officials disclosed that an average of over 2,000 individuals carrying prior criminal charges visited the protest grounds daily. Surveillance footage confirmed that several repeat offenders frequented the venue multiple times over the five-day period, prompting investigators to monitor their activities closely.
Individuals Booked Under Murder and POCSO Charges Spotted
Investigators revealed that those identified face severe charges under the Indian Penal Code and special criminal statutes. The flagged list includes individuals previously booked for serious offenses such as murder, attempted murder, sexual assault, and crimes under the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act. The presence of individuals with history in violent and heinous crimes at a student-led rally has shifted the focus of law enforcement toward investigating potential instigation and deliberate disruption.
Probe Initiated into Violence and Clash Incidents
The Delhi Police have launched a comprehensive investigation to determine whether these identified individuals played an active role in orchestrating clashes and public disruptions reported in around Jantar Mantar and adjacent regions of Central Delhi. Technical evidence, including telecommunication logs, CCTV coverage, and video footage, is undergoing detailed analysis by forensic and intelligence units to identify any coordinated conspiracy behind the unrest.
Massive Security Deployment Continues at Jantar Mantar
Jantar Mantar continues to witness high daily footfalls, with an estimated average of 10,000 demonstrators gathering every day. In response to potential security threats, the Delhi Police have deployed nearly 3,000 security personnel, including paramilitary units and riot control squads, to maintain order. High surveillance measures remain active as authorities maintain strict monitoring to isolate troublemakers while safeguarding peaceful demonstrators.
