Politics · India Bureau
Activists held after marathon wait; court remands for six days
Two activists faced extended detention following brief court proceedings at Delhi's Mandir Marg police station. Police moved against them citing statements made by a political leader regarding organizational strategy.
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Ashutosh Ranka and Saurav Das were remanded in police custody for six days following their appearance before a magistrate on Monday, authorities said. The two faced an extended wait—approximately five hours—before their hearing, which lasted roughly ten minutes at the Mandir Marg police station here.
Police cited remarks reportedly made by CJP leader Abhijeet Dipke at an airport on Sunday, where he allegedly stated the party would strategise its next course of action. The statements formed the basis of the action against both activists, according to law enforcement officials.
The brief hearing underscored the time lag between arrest and judicial consideration, with the extended waiting period preceding the magistrate's swift decision on the remand application. Details regarding specific charges against the two remain unclear.
The development comes amid heightened political tensions in the national capital, where civil society organizations and political groups have mounted increased activism. The remand order means both activists will remain in police custody during the investigation period.