INDIA bloc protest amid Arvind Kejriwal's arrest: Security tightened in Central Delhi

NEW DELHI: Multiple layers of barricades have been set up and a large number of police personnel deployed on roads leading to the BJP headquarters in anticipation of the INDIA bloc's protest against the arrest of AAP convener and Delhi chief minister Arvind Kejriwal.
The police, along with paramilitary forces, are stationed at various points in Central Delhi, including DDU Marg and the ITO area.Kejriwal, currently in Enforcement Directorate custody since March 21, was apprehended in connection to a money laundering case linked to Delhi's excise policy.
The Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) announced that bloc members will gather at the BJP headquarters on DDU Marg to protest Kejriwal's arrest and address the electoral bonds issue. Formed by opposition parties like AAP, TMC, Congress, DMK, and SP, the INDIA bloc is gearing up to challenge the BJP in the upcoming Lok Sabha elections.
Prohibitory orders under Section 144 have been implemented by Delhi Police around DDU Marg to restrict large gatherings.
"Barricades have been put up and security personnel will stop protestors from going towards the DDU Marg," a police officer said.
AAP has been staging protests following their convener's arrest, and the road to the BJP headquarters remains open, with the possibility of closure if deemed necessary.
Furthermore, the INDIA bloc has scheduled a major rally at Ramleela Maidan on March 31.