G20 Event: Section 144 imposed in North-east Delhi to avert any riot-like situation
G20 Event: Section 144 imposed in North-east Delhi to avert any riot-like situation
In a bid to avert any riot-like scenario, in the lead-up of G20 events Section 144 has been imposed in North-east Delhi.
According to Delhi Police, the order for the Section 144 has been issued to avert any situation resulting in violence or any act that leads to a breach of peace amidst G20 events in the national capital.
The order stands valid for two months and will be re-issued if need be after a detailed assessment.
A notice also reads that there is the apprehension of breach of peace due to sudden large gathering/Dharna/Protest which will rag to march towards North-East District and tranquillity amidst various events/meetings to be held in connection with G-20 Summit-2023 or there is a danger of riot or an affray.
It further adds that the police teams will closely monitor any speeches made, any gesture likely to create criminal hatred between communities or hurt their religious feeling, the raising of slogans, displaying posters, placards, or banners in all public places.
According to a senior police officer the order comes into force to ensure precautionary measures and that any person contravening this order shall be punishable under section 188 of the Indian Penal Code-1860.”
He further added that since amid the 2020 riots, rioters may stash bottles, petrol, bricks, stones, sticks and rods to be used amid the violence. Strict monitoring will ensure restricted movement of these items.
India under its G20 Presidency is currently holding meetings across the country in the lead-up to the G20 Summit scheduled to be held in September in New Delhi.
News input KV Raman
