The Supreme Court of India has weighed in on the ongoing debate regarding protest locations in the capital city. During recent proceedings, the bench addressed a plea concerning the use of Jantar Mantar as a site for public demonstrations. The court indicated that the legal process will proceed according to established protocols if the relevant authorities remain unsatisfied with the current protest management strategies.

This judicial stance follows a formal order issued by the Delhi Police on October 11. In that directive, law enforcement officials designated three specific locations—Ramlila Ground, Burari Ground, and CBD Ground in East Delhi—as the authorized venues for holding protests. The police order serves as a regulatory measure intended to manage public gatherings and maintain order within the city. While the court's comments suggest a reliance on existing legal frameworks to resolve disputes over these venues, the situation highlights the ongoing tension between the right to protest and the state's mandate to regulate public spaces. The court's remarks imply that if the current designated venues or the conduct of protesters do not meet legal or safety standards, the law will be applied to address those specific grievances.