Ahead of CJP protest, authorities turn Connaught Place, central Delhi into fortress

What happened: Delhi Police imposed restrictions in Connaught Place and central Delhi ahead of a Friday 5 pm "Lehra Do Tiranga" protest by the Cockroach Janta Party, after the arrest of three of its leaders. Key numbers: Protest at 5 pm Friday. Leaders arrested Wednesday; detained Tuesday at Jantar Mantar. Ranka and Das in judicial custody, Shinde released on personal bond. Why it matters: The arrests drew condemnation from the Opposition, with Rahul Gandhi calling the jailing of young persons an act of cowardice. AAP urged its workers and supporters to join the protest.

Delhi Police imposed restrictions in Connaught Place and central Delhi ahead of a Friday 5 pm "Lehra Do Tiranga" protest by the Cockroach Janta Party, after the arrest of three of its leaders.

The arrests drew condemnation from the Opposition, with Rahul Gandhi calling the jailing of young persons an act of cowardice. AAP urged its workers and supporters to join the protest.