Explained: Why the Supreme Court wants a new protest venue in Delhi

Published - August 04, 2026 10:30 pm IST

Why has Jantar Mantar been Delhi’s main protest site for more than three decades? And why is the Supreme Court now asking the Centre to consider shifting protests to Ramlila Maidan? Here’s a look at the history, the rules governing protests, and what could change.

Published - August 04, 2026 10:30 pm IST