PIL Filed In Delhi HC Seeking NIA Probe Into CJP's March Over Suspected Foreign Funding, Conspiracy To Destabilise India

Jagran Correspondent, New Delhi | A PIL has been filed in the Delhi High Court seeking a National Investigation Agency (NIA) investigation into the protests led by Cockroach Janta Party that took place on July 20 during the Jantar Mantar to Parliament House march.

The petition claimed that the protests were part of a larger conspiracy involving foreign-funded organisations and political figures. Filed by Satish Kumar Agarwal, former vice-president of the All India Hindu Mahasabha, the petition states that the protests, which began in response to the NEET exam paper leak, escalated into a political movement after several political leaders joined.

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Demand For An Impartial Investigation Into Foreign Influence

The petition claimed the protests are not actually an agitation by students or for student-related issues, but rather appear to be part of a larger conspiracy by anti-national and foreign forces whose aim is to destabilise the country using money and financial resources.

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The petition alleges that during the July 20 march, violence occurred, public movement was obstructed, journalists were attacked, and public and private property was damaged. Furthermore, an attempt was made to breach Parliament security, and police personnel were injured. It also states that these incidents should be investigated impartially, including the organisers, participants, and any external or foreign influence.

Investigation Of Funding

The petition also mentioned social activist Sonam Wangchuk's involvement in the protests and cited publicly available reports alleging his links to foreign organisations. It stated that these aspects should be investigated by competent authorities.

The petition alleged that after marrying his first wife, Wangchuk began receiving significant support and recognition from several foreign organisations. It also stated that their affiliations, funding ties, and institutional ties may be important to consider when investigating the broader network of organisations and stakeholders involved in the case.