Delhi Police Deny Pellet Gun Use During CJP Parliament Protest
Police Refute Viral Allegations
Delhi Police have strongly rejected allegations that pellet guns were used against protesters during the Cockroach Janta Party's (CJP) march towards Parliament in New Delhi.
Responding to videos and social media posts that alleged protesters suffered pellet gun injuries, the police issued a public clarification stating that the force neither possesses nor deploys pellet guns during crowd-control operations. Officials described the circulating claims as "false and misleading" and urged people to rely on verified information from official sources before sharing content online.
Claims Emerged After Violent Protest
The controversy surfaced after clashes broke out during the CJP's "Sansad Chalo" march, where demonstrators demanding action over alleged examination irregularities attempted to move toward Parliament.
The confrontation resulted in injuries to both protesters and police personnel, while videos and photographs from the protest quickly spread across social media, prompting competing claims about the force used during the operation.
Police Warn Against Misinformation
Along with rejecting the pellet gun allegations, Delhi Police cautioned the public against circulating unverified reports online.
Officials said legal action could be taken against individuals found deliberately spreading misinformation regarding police operations. The force also denied separate online claims alleging the use of electric stun devices during the protest.
Judicial Scrutiny Continues
Even as police dispute the allegations, the broader handling of the protest has come under judicial review.
The Delhi High Court has directed authorities to preserve CCTV footage and official videography related to police action during the demonstrations while hearing petitions alleging excessive use of force. The court has sought responses from both the Delhi Police and the Central Government regarding the allegations raised by petitioners.
Background of the CJP Protest
The Cockroach Janta Party protest began over alleged examination paper leaks and concerns about recruitment transparency. The movement has since expanded into a wider campaign demanding accountability, education reforms, and the resignation of Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan.
Large crowds have gathered in Delhi in recent days, making the demonstrations one of the country's most prominent youth-led protest movements.
Why This Matters
The dispute over the alleged use of pellet guns highlights how quickly conflicting narratives can emerge during high-profile public protests.
For authorities, addressing misinformation is essential to maintaining public confidence. For protesters and civil rights groups, ensuring an independent examination of police conduct remains equally important. The preservation of official video evidence could play a significant role in clarifying disputed events.
Balanced Analysis
The allegations surrounding pellet gun use remain contested. Delhi Police have categorically denied deploying pellet guns and have labelled the circulating claims as misinformation. At the same time, some injured protesters and reports from sections of the media have raised questions that have prompted judicial attention, though these claims have not been conclusively established.
As investigations and court proceedings continue, the preserved CCTV footage, medical records, witness accounts, and official reports are likely to be central to establishing an accurate account of what occurred during the protest.
