20 CRPF Companies Airlifted from West Bengal to Delhi as Protest Pressure Mounts

New Delhi: Amid escalating protests in the national capital and heightened security concerns during the ongoing Monsoon Session of Parliament, the Union Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) has airlifted 20 additional companies of the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF)—around 2,000 personnel—from West Bengal to Delhi to bolster security arrangements. The deployment comes as authorities brace for further demonstrations around Parliament and other sensitive locations following large-scale protests earlier this week.

The reinforcements are being deployed in coordination with the Delhi Police and other Central Armed Police Forces (CAPFs) to maintain law and order, secure Parliament House, government establishments, transport hubs, and other strategic installations. Officials said the additional CRPF personnel will also be positioned at vulnerable protest points and major intersections to prevent any escalation of violence.

The move follows Monday’s massive demonstrations in central Delhi, where thousands of protesters attempted to march towards Parliament during the opening day of the Monsoon Session. Security forces used barricades, tear gas and baton charges to stop marchers after they tried to breach restricted areas, leading to clashes between protesters and police.

According to security officials, the decision to immediately shift CRPF companies from West Bengal reflects the Centre’s assessment that Delhi requires enhanced security cover as Parliament remains in session and protest groups continue to mobilise supporters. The Monsoon Session, which began on July 20, is scheduled to continue until August 13, making uninterrupted security a key priority.

The newly inducted CRPF companies are expected to assist Delhi Police in crowd control, rapid response operations and securing high-security zones around Parliament, North Block, South Block, Central Vista and key Metro stations. Senior officers are also monitoring the situation round-the-clock to respond swiftly to any fresh attempts to breach security cordons.

Authorities have maintained that while peaceful demonstrations are permitted at designated locations, any attempt to march into prohibited areas around Parliament or disrupt parliamentary proceedings will invite strict action under existing security protocols. Security agencies have intensified surveillance using CCTV networks, drones and rapid deployment teams to ensure public safety during the remainder of the parliamentary session.

The Centre’s decision to reinforce Delhi with additional CRPF personnel underscores growing concern over the scale and intensity of the ongoing protests. With several organisations indicating that demonstrations may continue in the coming days, security agencies remain on high alert to prevent any disruption to parliamentary business or public order.