Mumbai Police have registered a case against the organisers of a Jan Aakrosh Morcha taken out by the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) in the Worli area on Tuesday, following alleged violations of rules during the protest.
According to police officials, prior permission had been granted for the march. However, the organisers were clearly instructed to adhere to specific conditions and guidelines, which were reportedly not followed.
As per information, the BJP organised the protest over the issue of the Women’s Reservation Bill, drawing a large number of party workers and supporters to the streets of Worli. During the demonstration, heavy traffic congestion was reported, leading to chaos on the roads. A video of a woman stuck in the traffic, visibly protesting and creating a commotion, also surfaced during the event. State minister Girish Mahajan was present at the location at the time.
Police stated that organisers of public rallies and protests are required to strictly follow regulations related to crowd control, traffic management, noise levels, and public safety. However, several complaints of violations emerged during Tuesday’s march, prompting immediate action by the Worli Police.
Officials further said that an investigation into the incident is currently underway. CCTV footage from the area is being examined to identify the exact nature of violations and determine responsibility. Based on the findings, further legal action may be initiated.
The Worli Police have confirmed that appropriate legal proceedings will follow after the completion of the investigation.