Cockroach Janta Party Leaders' Detention Sparks Legal Battle in Delhi

The detention of Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) leaders Ashutosh Ranka and Saurav Das has led to a legal battle in Delhi. The party has moved the Delhi High Court against the continued detention of its leaders, alleging violations of their fundamental rights. The case has brought the role and powers of Special Executive Magistrates (SEMs) into focus, with concerns raised about their use of preventive measures.

Sources

• The Indian Express
• The Indian Express