{
  "type": "article",
  "title": "Jantar Mantar Protest Cases: Government Rollback Discussions And The Stance On Journalist Assaults",
  "summary": "Amid discussions regarding the withdrawal of cases tied to the Jantar Mantar protest and violence, Delhi Police asserts that cases involving attacks on journalists will remain untouched.",
  "content": "Conversations have intensified regarding the potential withdrawal by the government of cases linked to the protest and subsequent violence at Jantar Mantar in the national capital. However, sources within the Delhi Police indicate that no official directive has been issued by the government thus far. Once a formal order arrives, further procedures will be initiated in accordance with the law.\n\nRegistered FIRS And Case Breakdown\n\nAccording to sources, the Delhi Police has registered roughly 20 FIRs concerning the Jantar Mantar protest and related incidents. Among these, 14 cases directly involve the protest and acts of violence, one case pertains to flying a drone without official permission, and the remaining matters relate to alleged assault and attacks on journalists.\n\nThe Legal Process For Case Withdrawal\n\nShould the government decide to drop these legal proceedings, a specific institutional route must be followed, as outlined by police sources. Initially, the prosecution department would send a formal communication to the Lieutenant Governor stating that further prosecution in these matters is not desired. Following approval from the Lieutenant Governor, the Delhi Police would inform the concerned court of its intent not to pursue the prosecution further. Ultimately, the final authority to grant or deny permission to withdraw the cases rests entirely within the jurisdiction of the court.\n\nAssault Cases Involving Journalists Will Not Be Dropped\n\nSources have firmly stated that there is no question of withdrawing the cases registered by journalists concerning the attacks they faced. In these specific matters, the complainants are the journalists themselves, and the legal proceedings will continue as before. Consequently, even if the government decides to withdraw cases related to the general protest and violence, accused individuals involved in beating and attacking journalists are not expected to receive any relief. The Delhi Police will continue its investigation and legal actions in these matters according to standard rules.\n\nCurrent Status And Pending Decisions\n\nAt present, no formal order has been issued by the government to withdraw any of the cases. Consequently, all eyes remain focused on the government's next move and the subsequent legal steps that will follow.\n\nWhat this means for you\nAcross India: This development provides insight for citizens monitoring how public protest cases and government withdrawal procedures are handled legally.\n\nIn Delhi: Local residents and media personnel receive a clear indication that attacks on journalists on duty will face unyielding legal scrutiny without exemptions.\n\nQuestions & Answers\n\n1. How many total FIRs have been registered in connection with the Jantar Mantar protest?\nThe Delhi Police has registered approximately 20 FIRs regarding the protest and its related incidents.\n\n2. Has the government issued any formal order to withdraw the cases yet?\nNo, according to Delhi Police sources, no official order has been issued by the government so far.\n\n3. Will the cases involving attacks on journalists be withdrawn?\nNo, there is no question of withdrawing the cases registered by journalists regarding the attacks they faced.\n\n4. What is the Lieutenant Governor's role in the case withdrawal process?\nFollowing a government decision, the prosecution will send a letter to the LG, and upon approval, the court will be informed accordingly.",
  "url": "https://trendkia.com/en/delhi/jantar-mantar-protest-cases-government-rollback-discussions-and-the-stance-on-journalist-assaults-11029",
  "category": "Delhi",
  "publishedAt": "2026-07-27",
  "tags": [
    "Jantar Mantar protest",
    "Delhi Police",
    "protest cases",
    "journalist assault",
    "legal process",
    "Lieutenant Governor"
  ],
  "language": "en",
  "site": "TrendKia"
}