Delhi Police detained protesters at Jantar Mantar over reservation demand
On Friday, Delhi Police detained several people at Jantar Mantar during a protest against caste-based reservations in government jobs and education.
The crowd, mobilized through social media, showed up with banners and saffron flags to demand that economic status, not caste, should decide who gets reservation benefits.
Protesters called for creamy layer rule
Protesters called for a creamy-layer rule so those who are financially struggling get support, not just based on caste.
Some protesters questioned if the current system really helps the most underprivileged today and asked for policies to focus more on actual economic need.
NOC issued for peaceful Ramlila protest
While this group gathered without permission at Jantar Mantar, an NOC was issued for a peaceful protest under the Reservation Hatao Andolan banner at Ramlila Ground.
Despite that option, many still chose Jantar Mantar, leading to detentions.