CBRN event in India on Mon 20th July 2026

NEW DELHI: Security forces used tear gas shells near Shastri Bhawan on Monday after several protesters attempted to push through security barricades to reach Jantar Mantar and join the Cockroach Janta Party's march to Parliament, sources said. The action came amid heightened tensions in the high-security zone.Several commuters were stranded inside nearby metro stations after access was restricted and station gates were closed as a precautionary measure.Heavy deployment of police and paramilitary personnel remained in place across central Delhi to prevent any breach of security.Security has been doubled across the New Delhi district, with additional companies of paramilitary forces and police personnel from adjoining districts deployed to maintain law and order, police sources said. Several companies of paramilitary forces, which had been kept in reserve, have also been pressed into service as the situation evolved, they said.Delhi Police personnel from several adjoining districts have been deployed at key junctions, sensitive locations and around government buildings to strengthen the security grid.Joint Commissioners of Police and other senior officers are monitoring the situation on the ground, with the entire senior leadership remaining on the roads to supervise security arrangements, a police officer said."Multiple layers of barricading have been erected at strategic points to regulate movement and prevent protesters from entering high-security zones," the officer added."Our main motive is to maintain law and order. All senior officers are on the road to continuously monitor the situation. Additional police force has been deployed and reserve paramilitary companies have been mobilised wherever required," he added. The officer said barricades have been installed at multiple locations, including near Constitution Club, Press Club of India, Parliament, Parliament Street, Shankar Road, Jantar Mantar and several other entry points in New Delhi."No one will be allowed to breach law and order at any cost," the source added.(With inputs from PTI) About the Author TOI City Desk The TOI City Desk is an indefatigable team of journalists dedicated to bringing you the pulse of cities from across the nation, all day and all night. Our mission is to curate, report, and deliver city news that matters to readers of The Times of India. With a keen focus on urban life, governance, culture, and local issues, we provide a comprehensive view of the ever-evolving cityscapes. Our team works tirelessly to keep readers informed about the latest developments, ensuring that they are connected to the heartbeat of cities across India, right when it happens. The TOI City Desk is a trusted source for staying in touch with the local stories that shape your world. End of Article.