Centre Extends CAPF Deployment As Delhi Police Flags Protest Risk
What Happened
The Union Home Ministry has extended the deployment of 273 Central Armed Police Forces companies in Delhi until October 31, following a request from Delhi Police. Officials cited the possibility of sudden protests by political and other groups at sensitive locations across the capital. The forces were initially deployed earlier this month amid CJP protests, and this is the second extension of their deployment.
Key Takeaways
The extended deployment is a precautionary security measure aimed at maintaining law and order amid concerns over possible fresh protests in Delhi.