Was Lathi With Nail Fixed on Top Used Against CJP Protesters at Jantar Mantar? Delhi Police Say 'Viral Video Is Unrelated'

Videos circulating on social media claiming that Delhi Police used batons fitted with nails during a lathi-charge on Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) protesters at Jantar Mantar in New Delhi have been dismissed by authorities as unrelated to Monday’s events. The clarification came hours after footage spread online showing what appeared to be a wooden baton with protruding nails or spikes, held up by individuals near the protest site. Protesters from CJP alleged the modified lathis were deployed against demonstrators during clashes. However, the Delhi police clarified that the viral video is unrelated.

Delhi Police Response

In an official statement on X (formerly Twitter), Delhi Police described the videos as “false and misleading". "The videos circulating on social media alleging that police used batons fitted with nails during yesterday's protest are false and misleading. These videos are not related to yesterday's protest,” the Delhi police said. Police urged citizens not to spread unverified information and warned of legal action against those circulating rumours and misinformation. CJP Protest: JP Nadda, Rahul Gandhi Visit RML Hospital to Meet Injured Protesters After Lathicharge.

Delhi Police Issue Clarification Over Claim That Lathi With Nail Fixed on Top Used Against CJP Protesters

FAKE NEWS ALERT

The videos circulating on social media alleging that police used batons fitted with nails during yesterday's protest are false and misleading. These videos are not related to yesterday's protest.

Citizens are advised not to spread unverified information and to…

— Delhi Police (@DelhiPolice) July 21, 2026

Background on the CJP Protest

The incident occurred on Monday during the CJP's "Chalo Sansad" march from Jantar Mantar towards Parliament. The group, which has been protesting for weeks over alleged irregularities in exams like NEET, paper leaks, and student suicides, attempted to march despite restrictions. Delhi Police resorted to a lathi-charge to disperse the crowd after protesters tried to break through barricades. Videos from the scene showed chaotic scenes, with officers using batons and some protesters being detained. Authorities reported injuries to personnel, while protesters claimed excessive force was used, including against women.

Viral Video Shows Police Using Lathis Against Youths at Jantar Mantar

जंतर मंतर परशांतिपूर्ण प्रदर्शन कर रहे युवाओं पर शाम करीब 7 बजे के वक्त लाठीचार्ज का एक और Video सामने आया,

तानाशाही ज्यादा दिन तक नहीं चलती। pic.twitter.com/6yDapzRL3L

— Cockroach Janta Party (@CJP_for_India) July 20, 2026

Claims and Counter-Claims

Social media posts amplified the nail-fitted baton allegation, with some users sharing close-up videos of the object wrapped partially in tricolour fabric. One widely viewed clip featured a man displaying the item while addressing the crowd. Independent verification of whether the specific baton shown was used by police during the protest remains limited. Delhi Police has maintained that its actions were professional and necessary to maintain order. Jantar Mantar Protest: What We Know So Far After CJP March Towards Parliament Turns Tense.

The protest is part of ongoing demands by CJP and associated activists, including climate advocate Sonam Wangchuk, calling for accountability in the education system and the resignation of Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan. As of Tuesday, no independent probe into the specific viral claims has been announced. The situation at Jantar Mantar remains tense, with continued police presence in the area. The Delhi police has clarified that the viral video is unrelated.

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