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Delhi police seek extension of 27,000 CAPF troops as CJP protests loom
The Special Commissioner of Police asked the Ministry of Home Affairs to extend the deployment of 273 CAPF companies amid fears of further demonstrations.
By Felo News Desk · Published
Delhi's Special Commissioner of Police, Operations, has written to the Ministry of Home Affairs requesting an extension of the deployment of 273 Central Armed Police Force (CAPF) companies, covering roughly 27,000 jawans, until Oct. 20, 2026. The move comes as intelligence agencies warn that protests organised by the Cockroach Janata Party (CJP) could continue.
What happened
According to DNA India, the police had already received 301 CAPF firms from the MHA up to Oct. 12, with 221 companies sanctioned on Oct. 6 and an additional 80 approved on Oct. 8. Of the 80 newly approved companies, 28 have not yet reported for duty. The letter cited potential marches at Jantar Mantar, the Election Commission headquarters, Parliament House, India Gate and ministers' offices.
What the reports add
DNA India noted that the police warned of possible involvement by the Bhim Army and various student unions, describing them as "anti‑social elements" that could trigger unforeseen circumstances requiring rapid police mobilisation. The outlet also referenced comments from CJP members suggesting a prolonged agitation, underscoring the need for a strong CAPF presence.
What was said
The police letter, as reported by DNA India, highlighted that CJP leaders had indicated the protests might continue despite denied permissions, and that the party is demanding the resignation of the Chief Election Commissioner.
How it came about
The request follows a series of security measures taken by Delhi police over the past two weeks, including the detention of nearly 1,000 protesters at Jantar Mantar on Oct. 2, the barring of entry to Bangla Sahib Gurdwara on Oct. 10, and the relocation of protest sites on Oct. 12, as documented in Felo News' earlier coverage.
Key facts
- Delhi police asked the Ministry of Home Affairs to extend deployment of 273 CAPF companies until Oct. 20, 2026. (dnaindia.com)
- 301 CAPF firms had been supplied to Delhi up to Oct. 12, with 221 sanctioned on Oct. 6 and 80 approved on Oct. 8. (dnaindia.com)
- 28 of the 80 newly approved CAPF companies had not yet reported for duty. (dnaindia.com)
- Police warned of possible protests at Jantar Mantar, Election Commission headquarters, Parliament House, India Gate and ministers' offices. (dnaindia.com)
- The Cockroach Janata Party is demanding the resignation of the Chief Election Commissioner. (dnaindia.com)
Sources
- [1] dnaindia.com — originally reported as “Delhi Police asks for extension of deployment for 27,000 CAPF jawans as protests may continue”
