Supreme Court directs no illegal detention and restoration of Delhi metro and internet
They publishedProtests in Delhi: SC directs no illegal detention, restoration of internet and metro services
First reportThe Times of India · 11 Oct, 07:13Z
Latest reportthehindubusinessline.com · 11 Oct, 07:40Z
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Why it matters
What
Supreme Court directed authorities not to illegally detain peaceful protesters and to keep Delhi Metro and internet services operating normally.
Why
The hearing addressed alleged breaches of an October 9 order, widespread October 10 detentions, and impediments faced by lawyers and journalists.
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The contempt plea concerning the Union Home Secretary, Delhi Police Chief, and DMRC chairperson remains before the court.
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Summary
- Supreme Court directed authorities to keep metro and railway services functioning normally.
- Centre's crackdown on CJP protest at Jantar Mantar was under judicial scrutiny.
- Petitions allege illegal detention and transport restrictions violated previous orders.
- Court asked Solicitor General to ensure internet services continued, subject to law and order.
- Contempt plea cited violations at multiple metro stations during the October 10 restrictions.
Summary
- Supreme Court issued an interim order to prevent illegal detentions during protests.
- The order requires metro and railway services to function normally in Delhi.
- Internet services should remain undisturbed and free movement by the public is required.
- Lawyers must not be obstructed from discharging their duties during protests.
- Case relates to detentions and restrictions around protests demanding the resignation of the Chief Election Commissioner.
Summary
- SC directs peaceful gatherings should not be illegally detained amid protests in Delhi.
- Court instructs Centre to ensure Delhi Metro runs normally and internet remains active.
- Hearing notes alleged violation of October 9 order and widespread detentions on October 10.
- Lawyers, journalists to be allowed to discharge duties without impediment.
- Contempt plea targets Union Home Secretary, Delhi Police Chief, and DMRC chairperson.