Jantar Mantar Protest Ban: Are Delhi’s Alternative Sites Fit For Protests? | Ground Report

Jantar Mantar is no longer Delhi’s designated protest site, with Delhi Police naming Ramlila Maidan, Burari Ground and CBD Ground in Shahdara as alternatives. But are these venues equipped to accommodate protesters safely? A ground report from the CBD Ground highlights concerns over poor lighting, waste, open defecation and safety. Burari Ground, meanwhile, has open land and grazing buffaloes, while Ramlila Maidan remains a prominent venue but faces booking constraints. With two alternatives located away from central Delhi, questions are emerging over accessibility, facilities and the practical challenges protesters may face. Watch our ground report with Amit Bharadwaj.