New Delhi: Delhi Police on Monday clarified that it has neither received nor granted permission for the proposed ‘Chalo Sansad’ march reportedly planned by the Cockroach Janata Party (CJP), warning that any unauthorised procession or assembly will face strict legal action.

In a statement, the police said prohibitory orders under Section 163 of the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita (BNSS) are currently in force across the New Delhi district.

No permission for Parliament march

Police said marches, processions, demonstrations and gatherings of five or more persons are prohibited under the existing orders, except at the designated protest site at Jantar Mantar, and only after obtaining prior permission from the authorities.

The restrictions come as Parliament’s Monsoon Session commenced on Monday, prompting heightened security across the national capital.

Tight security around Parliament

Delhi Police said elaborate security arrangements have been put in place to maintain law and order, ensure public safety, protect VVIPs and secure key government installations during the Parliament session.

A traffic advisory has also been issued, warning commuters of heavy vehicular movement and restrictions around the Parliament complex. Motorists have been advised to plan their journeys in advance and allow extra travel time.

CJP issues protest guidelines

Ahead of the proposed march, the CJP released a list of guidelines asking supporters to maintain discipline and ensure the protest remains peaceful and non-violent.

Participants were advised to carry only the Indian national flag, copies of the Constitution, or images of national icons such as Mahatma Gandhi, Dr B.R. Ambedkar and Bhagat Singh. They were also urged to raise only positive slogans, document the protest and avoid any form of violence or misuse of the national flag.

The party has called for the march to protest alleged irregularities in the NEET examination and demand the resignation of Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan.

Delhi Police reiterated that any violation of the prohibitory orders would invite action under the law