Around 8:30 PM on Wednesday, a tense situation erupted at Sansad Marg near the Park Hotel in central Delhi when a police officer was chased and brutally beaten by a crowd. The officer was reportedly hit multiple times on the head with sticks during the incident.
According to officials, the violence escalated quickly, leading to injuries on both sides. Additional Deputy Commissioner of Police (New Delhi), Anand Mishra, confirmed that at least five police officers were injured after being dragged and assaulted by protesters.
In the immediate aftermath, volunteers from the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) were brought in by the police to help calm the agitated crowd and restore order.
CJP volunteers reported that at least five protesters were also injured in the clashes that broke out on Wednesday.
Police Statement
“At least five police officers were injured after they were dragged and assaulted by protesters.”
— Additional DCP (New Delhi) Anand Mishra
Protesters / CJP Statement
“At least five protesters were also injured in the clashes that broke out on Wednesday.”
— CJP volunteers
The incident highlights the volatile situation in the area, with authorities working to manage the crowd and investigate the sequence of events. Further details on the cause of the protest and the full extent of injuries are awaited as the situation continues to develop.
Local police have increased their presence in the vicinity to prevent any further escalation.
