Delhi NCR

Section 144 imposed around Rajghat, Red Fort ahead of Independence Day

Published by
Patriot Bureau

The Delhi Police has enforced prohibitory measures under CrPC Section 144 in proximity to locations including Rajghat, ITO, and Red Fort, as disclosed by officials on Thursday.

The application of Section 144 of CrPC, a provision in the Code of Criminal Procedure, has been activated in the vicinity of Rajghat, ITO, and Red Fort in light of the upcoming Independence Day celebrations.
The police, sharing this information on the platform X (formerly known as Twitter), emphasised that no form of gathering will be allowed in these specific areas.

The occasion of Independence Day, scheduled for August 15, involves the prime minister’s address to the nation from the Red Fort.

According to police, Red Fort was also closed to the public from July 26 in view of Independence Day

In the meantime, the Delhi Police has disallowed the operation of sub-conventional airborne devices such as paragliders, hang-gliders, and hot air balloons within the capital city from July 22 to August 16 due to security concerns. This directive was issued by Delhi Police Commissioner Sanjay Arora in anticipation of the Independence Day festivities on August 15.

Meanwhile, the wrestlers press conference scheduled to be held at Rajghat has been cancelled. (With inputs from PTI)

Patriot Bureau

Published by
Patriot Bureau

Recent Posts

Delhi HC to hear on Thursday PIL over Sonam Wangchuk’s deteriorating health

Delhi High Court deferred hearing on a PIL over activist Sonam Wangchuk's deteriorating health during…

July 15, 2026

Overcast skies likely in Delhi

Delhi witnessed light showers in parts of the city early Wednesday, and the IMD has…

July 15, 2026

Delhi’s British Book Depot keeps a pre-Partition legacy alive

British Book Depot has helped generations of readers discover books by prioritising access over profit…

July 15, 2026

Five teams search for Delhi constable who shot wife dead; police say dowry claim being probed

Five police teams are conducting raids across Delhi-NCR and Haryana to trace the absconding Delhi…

July 14, 2026

Gold falls Rs 700, silver slumps Rs 8,900 in Delhi

Domestic bullion prices declined sharply on Tuesday, with gold falling Rs 700 per 10 grams…

July 14, 2026

MCD plans geo-mapping of over 1,300 heritage buildings, havelis in Delhi

The MCD has notified more than 1,300 heritage structures, including historic havelis and other old…

July 14, 2026