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Elgar Parishad Accused Booked For Protest

Accused protest in support of Sonam Wangchuk, booked for unlawful assembly

Mumbai Alert · City Desk
Mumbai Alert · City Desk
City Desk · Mumbai Alert News · Sun, 19 July 2026 at 01:04 am
Elgar Parishad Accused Booked For Protest

A group of Elgar Parishad accused were booked by the Azad Maidan police for protesting in support of Sonam Wangchuk. The protest took place in Mumbai, where the accused gathered to show their support for Wangchuk.

The police stated that the protestors were booked for unlawful assembly, which is a punishable offence under the Indian Penal Code.

The accused were allowed to leave after being served notices to present themselves if required by the police for further investigation. The police action was taken to maintain law and order in the area.

The Elgar Parishad accused have been facing charges for their alleged role in the 2017 Elgar Parishad event, which was held in Pune. The event had sparked violence in the area, and the accused have been charged with various offences, including rioting and unlawful assembly.

Sonam Wangchuk, on the other hand, is a Ladakh-based activist who has been protesting against the government's policies in the region. The Elgar Parishad accused had gathered to show their support for Wangchuk's cause.

The protest highlights the ongoing tensions between the government and activists in the country. The Elgar Parishad accused have been facing intense scrutiny and prosecution for their alleged role in the 2017 event.

The booking of the accused for protesting in support of Wangchuk raises questions about the freedom of speech and assembly in the country. The police action has been seen as an attempt to curb the rights of citizens to protest and express their opinions.

In the context of the ongoing political climate in India, the incident highlights the need for a balanced approach to maintaining law and order while protecting the rights of citizens. The government and the police must ensure that citizens are allowed to exercise their right to free speech and assembly, while also maintaining public order.

The incident has sparked a debate about the role of the police in regulating protests and the need for greater transparency and accountability in their actions. As the investigation continues, it remains to be seen how the case will unfold and what implications it will have for the accused and the wider community.

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