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Security forces deployed in and around Connaught Place ahead of 'Lehra Do Tiranga' protest

Reported by The Economic Times 16 Oct 2026, 8:27 am IST 1 min read 2 outlets reporting

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Security forces have been deployed in Connaught Place for a planned protest by Abhijeet Dipke. Traffic disruptions are anticipated in and around Connaught Place starting from 3 PM on Friday afternoon. The New Delhi Municipal Council has announced that Central Park will remain closed to the public on October 16 and 17.

Prohibitory orders are already enforced in the area to maintain law and order during the protest.

Read the full report on The Economic Times

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Section: India
Topics: Courts & law, Crime & safety
Places: Delhi
First reported by: The Economic Times
Reporter: ani
Published: Friday, 16 October 2026, 8:27 am IST
Coverage: 2 independent outlets

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