At 7:10 a.m. this morning, Haryana Police pulled Dhruv Rathee, a prominent YouTuber, into temporary custody in Gurugram. The arrest occurred hours before the Chief Justice's protest at Delhi's Jantar Mantar. Rathee's detention is an unprecedented move for a digital commentator amid a high‑profile political event.
The protest is slated for October 10, organized by a coalition of opposition parties and civil society groups demanding judicial reforms. It is expected to draw thousands to the historic open‑air stage in New Delhi. The Chief Justice is set to address the crowd.
Police said the detention was to prevent potential disruptions and maintain public order during the protest. They did not disclose whether Rathee was released or remains in custody. No remarks came from protest organizers about the incident.
Authorities have warned participants that unlawful assemblies could lead to detentions. The protest will begin tomorrow, and law enforcement will keep a close eye on the proceedings.