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NEW DELHI: The Delhi High Court has declined to issue a separate order stopping a proposed CJP protest at Connaught Place, one of the capital’s major commercial hubs. The Delhi Police assured the court that appropriate action would be taken against CJP and Abhijit Dipke. The case will next be heard on November 3.
The petition was filed by street vendor Anil Kumar Gupta, who sought to stop the proposed protest, arguing that it could disrupt business activities and cause financial losses to traders during the festive season.
Why Was the CJP Protest Challenged in Court?
Senior advocate Sachin Puri, appearing for the petitioner, told a bench headed by Acting Chief Justice Nitin Vasudev Sambre that CJP had called for the protest without obtaining the necessary permission. He also questioned the alleged lack of action by the police against Abhijit Dipke.
The court sought a response from the Delhi Police. Additional Solicitor General Chetan Sharma, representing the police, assured the bench that appropriate steps would be taken against CJP and Abhijit Dipke. He also informed the court that measures to regulate such activities had already been initiated.
High Court Declines Request for a Separate Ban on the Protest
After hearing the police’s response, the High Court adjourned the matter until November 3.
During the hearing, the petitioner’s counsel requested a specific order prohibiting CJP from holding the protest. He argued that such a direction would provide grounds for further legal proceedings if the order were violated.
The bench indicated that it had already passed an order in the matter and that there was no need to press the issue further. The court therefore declined to issue a separate order specifically banning the proposed protest.
Traders Fear Business Losses During Festive Season
The petition highlighted concerns about the possible impact of the protest on businesses in Connaught Place, a prominent commercial destination in Delhi.
According to the petitioner, the protest could disrupt customer movement, affect normal business operations and create law-and-order challenges. Traders fear that reduced customer footfall could lead to financial losses during the festive season.
The matter is scheduled to return to the High Court on November 3. Further developments will depend on the court proceedings and the steps taken by the Delhi Police.
