Security arrangements have been significantly strengthened across Delhi ahead of a proposed protest call by the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP), with police deploying additional personnel at the Indira Gandhi International (IGI) Airport, border entry points and other sensitive locations, officials said on Saturday.
The heightened security measures follow an appeal by CJP founder Abhijeet Dipke earlier this month, urging supporters and students to join a protest in the national capital. Dipke had also called on supporters to gather at the Delhi airport upon his arrival on June 6.
Although no formal request seeking permission for the proposed demonstration has been received by the police, authorities have stepped up security based on inputs gathered through social media monitoring and other intelligence channels.
Sources said more than 1,000 police personnel have been earmarked for deployment across the New Delhi district and other strategic areas as part of preventive security arrangements.
Security has been tightened at the IGI Airport, major railway stations, inter-state bus terminals and border checkpoints connecting Delhi with neighbouring states. Additional police teams have also been stationed at key intersections, marketplaces and other sensitive locations to maintain law and order.
Officials said multiple layers of barricades have been erected around the airport precincts, while vehicle-checking drives have been intensified at border points and on major routes leading to central Delhi.
Heavy deployment of police personnel was witnessed at the airport and adjoining areas on Friday as senior officers reviewed security preparations. Deputy Commissioner of Police (IGI) Vichitra Veer and other officials conducted inspections and briefed field personnel on maintaining vigilance.
According to police sources, senior officers held a high-level review meeting on Friday and instructed field units to remain alert. District police units have been directed to keep reserve forces on standby and closely monitor developments.
Authorities are also coordinating with intelligence agencies and other security stakeholders to assess the situation and ensure preparedness for any eventuality.
Police maintained that adequate arrangements have been put in place to ensure public safety, maintain law and order and facilitate smooth movement of commuters across the city.
The Cockroach Janta Party, which began as a satirical response to remarks made by Chief Justice of India Surya Kant during a court hearing last month, has since evolved into an organised online campaign that has attracted a significant following on social media platforms.
