The Economic Times

India responds to UN over protest detentions, says police act strictly as per law

The Ministry of External Affairs stated that Indian law enforcement acted within the law during recent protests. Over 7,000 protesters were detained, including leaders of the Cockroach Janata Party. There was a call from the UN for the immediate release of those arbitrarily detained. The Ministry emphasized India's commitment to upholding the right to peaceful assembly and public order.