New Delhi, July 19 :
Ahead of the commencement of the Monsoon Session of Parliament on July 20, Delhi Police on Sunday issued a public advisory clarifying that no permission has been sought or granted for any proposed protest march to Parliament by the CJP scheduled for Monday.
According to the advisory, prohibitory orders under Section 163 of the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita (BNSS), formerly Section 144 of the CrPC, remain in force across the New Delhi district. As a result, protest marches, processions, demonstrations, and assemblies of five or more persons are strictly prohibited, except at the designated protest site at Jantar Mantar with prior permission from the authorities.
Delhi Police stated that enhanced security arrangements have been put in place in view of the Parliament session to ensure public safety, safeguard protected persons, and secure vital government installations.
The advisory further warned that any individual found violating the prohibitory orders would be liable for prosecution under Section 223 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS) and other applicable provisions of law.
Appealing to the public, Delhi Police urged citizens to respect the law, refrain from participating in any unauthorized gathering or march, and cooperate with law enforcement agencies in maintaining peace, public safety, and security during the Parliament session.(KNC)