Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis has defended the Delhi Police response to the protest at Jantar Mantar, arguing that the force acted with restraint while handling the situation. His remarks place him firmly behind the police action amid growing political attention on the incident.
Fadnavis said there were indications that outside elements had entered the agitation, suggesting the protest was no longer limited to its original participants or purpose. In his view, that changed the law-and-order challenge and justified a firm but measured response from the authorities.
He also warned that any attempt to create unrest would be dealt with strictly. The statement underlined a broader message from his side that protests may continue within legal limits, but disorder or disruption would invite immediate action.
The comments add a political layer to the debate over how public demonstrations should be managed in sensitive areas such as Jantar Mantar. With Fadnavis endorsing the police approach, the focus is now likely to remain on the balance between protest rights and maintaining order.
