Delhi Police Requests Extension of CAPF Deployment Until October 20, 2026

The Delhi Police has requested the Union Ministry of Home Affairs to extend the deployment of 273 companies of Central Armed Police Forces in Delhi until October 20, 2026. This request was communicated in a letter dated October 12, 2026, from the office of the Special Commissioner of Police (Operations). The police estimate this extension involves approximately 27,300 personnel and cited concerns over anticipated protests by groups such as the Cockroach Janta Party, Bhim Army, and student organizations at locations including Jantar Mantar, Parliament House, and the Election Commission of India headquarters.

This request is set against a backdrop of ongoing protests in Delhi and other parts of India, primarily against Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar and the Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls. The Election Commission of India states the SIR aims to ensure accurate electoral rolls, but critics allege irregularities and potential voter exclusion. The Supreme Court of India has issued notices to the government, the Election Commission, and CEC Kumar regarding concerns about the voter list revision.