Overview
- Protesters gathered at India Gate to demand action on Delhi’s pollution and were later removed by police.
- During the removal, some demonstrators allegedly used chilli or pepper spray, injuring three to four officers who are being treated at RML Hospital.
- Police said the group broke barricades and blocked emergency access for ambulances and medical personnel in the C-Hexagon area.
- Authorities said a formal FIR will be filed soon, and reports stated that six people were detained in connection with the incident.
- DCP Devesh Kumar Mahla called the use of chilli spray unprecedented, as CPCB data showed an overall AQI of about 391 with forecasts pointing to continued very poor air.