The Supreme Court will convene on October 26 or 27 to consider the Cockroach Janata Party's proposed "Lehra Do Tiranga" demonstration at Connaught Place, Delhi.
Chief Justice Surya Kant, while expressing hope that ‘better sense will prevail’, warned that market closures could hit small shopkeepers during the festive rush.
Advocate Jai Anant Dehadrai highlighted that the New Delhi Municipal Council’s overnight decision to shut Central Park could further stifle commercial activity, urging the court to weigh traders’ losses.
Justice Joymalya Bagchi said the bench could exercise constitutional powers if restrictions are disproportionate, hinting at possible intervention to protect livelihoods while maintaining order.
The court will decide whether to allow the protest, with traders, activists and the CJP awaiting the ruling.