The Delhi Police has submitted an investigation report to the government regarding the Jantar Mantar protest, highlighting details about the background verification of individuals identified during the demonstration.
According to police officials, 2,873 people present at or around the protest site were examined, and 989 individuals were found to have previous criminal records, including cases related to serious offences.
The police assessment was carried out as part of an investigation into incidents surrounding the protest, including clashes reported during the demonstration.
Police Used CCTV and Facial Recognition for Identification
According to the report, Delhi Police analysed available footage and used technical methods, including facial recognition systems, to identify individuals present during the protest.
Police officials said the verification process involved matching identities with existing police databases.
Breakdown of Cases Mentioned in Police Report
The police report cited previous cases among the identified individuals, including:
- 101 people linked to murder cases
- 62 people linked to attempt-to-murder cases
- 284 people linked to robbery and dacoity cases
- 61 people linked to rape cases
- 229 people linked under Arms Act cases
- 135 people linked to snatching cases
- 67 people linked under NDPS-related cases
- 19 people linked to kidnapping cases
Security Review After Protest
The police report comes after heightened security concerns around the protest, where authorities had deployed additional personnel to manage the gathering.
Police officials had earlier reported multiple FIRs and injuries involving both security personnel and protesters during clashes connected with the demonstration.
Debate Over Protest Security and Accountability
The findings have triggered discussion around security management during large public gatherings and the process of identifying individuals involved in protests.
While Delhi Police has highlighted the criminal background verification as part of its investigation, questions around individual responsibility and legal action will depend on further investigation and judicial processes.
