“We will raise our voice”: Sanjay Singh slams police deployment
AAP MP Sanjay Singh alleges a police state after personnel were deployed at his residence amid protests against Chief Election Commissioner.
Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) Member of Parliament Sanjay Singh has launched a scathing attack on the current administration, describing the deployment of police personnel outside his residence as the "peak of dictatorship." The lawmaker made these remarks on Friday amidst escalating tensions surrounding a protest against Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar at Jantar Mantar.
Allegations of a "Police State"
Singh claimed that the heavy police presence at his home is part of a broader crackdown on opposition figures. He alleged that security forces have been stationed at the residences of multiple opposition leaders to stifle dissent.
"Look here at my place too, there is police in front and police in the back," Singh told reporters. He further asserted that the country is currently operating under a "rule of the baton," where the police act as an instrument of the ruling party rather than as neutral law enforcement.
The AAP MP specifically pointed towards the central leadership, suggesting that the police are merely following orders from the top. "Whatever directives Modi ji and Amit Shah give, the police will naturally follow those," he alleged, adding that the opposition would not remain silent against what he termed "vote thieves."
Protests and Constitutional Rights
The protest at Jantar Mantar is centered on allegations regarding the deletion of votes, with Singh claiming that over 13 crore votes were compromised across the nation. He drew a sharp contrast between the current political climate and the values of Mahatma Gandhi.
"Today is Bapu's birth anniversary, who worked to awaken the nation against the British through a non-violent movement," Singh remarked. He questioned why the constitutional right to protest and hold agitations is being restricted, calling the suppression of these rights a direct violation of democratic principles.
Detention of Saurabh Bharadwaj
The situation at Jantar Mantar grew more volatile as Delhi Police detained AAP Delhi President Saurabh Bharadwaj. Bharadwaj had arrived at the site to join the ongoing demonstrations before being taken into custody.
During his detention, Bharadwaj made several serious allegations regarding the conduct of the police force:
- Mishandling of Women: He alleged that male police officers mishandled women protestors who were present at the site.
- Physical Altercation: Bharadwaj claimed he himself was injured, stating he was scratched by police personnel during the commotion.
- Government Mirroring: He argued that the aggressive behavior of the police is a direct reflection of the government's own directives.
Despite the detentions and the heavy security presence, Bharadwaj urged supporters to continue gathering at Jantar Mantar, maintaining that the fight for their cause would persist.