According to Delhi Police officials, three officers including Special Commissioner of Police Anil Shukla sustained injuries during a fresh stone-pelting incident at Jantar Mantar in New Delhi on July 25, 2026. The violence erupted following the resignation of India’s Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan, as supporters of the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) and other demonstrators gathered at the protest site.
Clashes Erupt Amid Crowd Regulation Efforts
The confrontation began when senior police officers and field personnel attempted to regulate the crowd and prevent any breach of security arrangements. According to a police source, as officers moved closer to maintain order, some demonstrators raised slogans while another group began pelting stones without provocation. Special Commissioner Anil Shukla, stationed at the forefront with the Special Cell, was injured in the stone-pelting and immediately evacuated by police teams to a nearby hospital for treatment.
Two other police officers also suffered injuries during the incident and were shifted to the hospital. Authorities confirmed that their condition is stable. Security personnel responded by firing tear gas and carrying out a mild lathicharge to disperse the violent section of the crowd and prevent further escalation. Police personnel quickly secured the area, pushing protesters back to restore order.
Did You Know? Delhi Police have registered 15 FIRs across different police stations in the New Delhi district in connection with the ongoing demonstrations surrounding the events at Jantar Mantar.
Security Measures and Ongoing Investigations
Following the clashes, police sources stated that the situation is completely under control, with adequate police forces deployed in and around Jantar Mantar to maintain law and order. Senior officers continue to monitor the ground situation, and additional reinforcements remain stationed at strategic locations as a precautionary measure. Law enforcement authorities have launched an investigation into the stone-pelting, examining video footage and other available evidence to identify those responsible for attacking police personnel.
The events on July 25 add to a mounting toll from the demonstrations. According to police figures, over 200 police personnel have sustained injuries over the course of the protests. Additionally, over 65 protesters have suffered injuries, and officials confirmed that legal action is actively being pursued regarding the violence.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who was injured during the stone-pelting incident at Jantar Mantar?
According to police officials, three officers sustained injuries, including Special Commissioner of Police Anil Shukla of the Special Cell, alongside two other police officers whose conditions are reported as stable.
What actions did police take to disperse the crowd?
Security personnel fired tear gas and carried out a mild lathicharge to disperse the violent section of the crowd after demonstrators allegedly began pelting stones.
How many total casualties and legal cases have been reported by police?
Police report that over 200 police personnel and over 65 protesters have sustained injuries so far. Authorities have registered 15 FIRs across different police stations in the New Delhi district.
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