Exclusive CCTV footage reveals that thousands of protesters reached within 100 meters of the Parliament House during the July 20 march, exposing major security gaps.

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Key Takeaways

  • Thousands of protesters reached within 100 meters of Parliament House.
  • Major security breach despite Section 163 of BNS being in effect.
  • Exclusive CCTV footage exposes failures in Delhi Police arrangements.

A massive security lapse has come to light regarding the 'Parliament March' held in Delhi on July 20. Aaj Tak/India Today has obtained exclusive CCTV footage that raises serious questions about the preparedness and effectiveness of the Delhi Police and security agencies.

The footage reveals that thousands of protesters managed to penetrate the high-security zone, reaching the 'selfie point' located at Rail Bhawan. This point is situated a mere 100 meters away from the Parliament House, a distance that should have been strictly cordoned off.

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5 Major Evidences of Security Failure

The analysis of the CCTV footage provides concrete evidence of the breach:

  • Proximity to Parliament: Protesters reached the Rail Bhawan selfie point, with the Parliament House clearly visible in the background.
  • Visual Confirmation: The footage shows the Secretariat signboard and the Parliament Annexure in the direct vicinity of the shouting crowd.
  • Failure of Barricading: Despite the presence of heavy crowds, there was a visible lack of robust barricading to prevent movement toward the core zone.
  • Violation of Section 163: Even though Section 163 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS) was imposed in the NDMC area, the crowd was not contained.
  • RAF Presence vs. Chaos: Despite the deployment of RAF and police personnel, protesters continued to protest and shout slogans right behind the security lines.

Why This Matters

BozokMedia analysis shows that such a breach in a high-security zone like the Parliament can pose a significant threat to national stability. If large crowds can bypass security protocols so easily, it undermines the entire security architecture of the capital.

The ability of a massive crowd to reach the doorstep of the Parliament suggests a systemic failure in ground-level security implementation.
Did You Know?: Section 163 of the BNS (formerly Section 144) empowers authorities to prohibit the assembly of four or more persons in sensitive areas.

Frequently Asked Questions

Question 1: How close did the protesters get to the Parliament?
Answer: Protesters reached the Rail Bhawan selfie point, which is approximately 100 meters from the Parliament House.

Question 2: Was there any legal restriction in place during the protest?
Answer: Yes, Section 163 of the BNS was actively imposed in the NDMC area during the incident.