Delhi Police on Wednesday detained a man and a woman who were protesting outside Parliament premises using colour smoke canisters that emitted a yellowish smoke, police said. Identified as Neelam (42) and Amol Shinde (25), the two were detained in front of Transport Bhawan, police officials said, adding that further probe is underway.
Delhi Police sources said that antecedents are being verified. Initial questioning related to security breaches and who gave access will be inquired. They are also finding out if any connection with those who jumped inside. Multi-agency questioning is also likely. Security has been beefed up in the area following the incident.
Security Breach in Lok Sabha
Meanwhile, two persons on Wednesday jumped into the Lok Sabha chamber from the public gallery, with Congress MP Adhir Ranjan Chowdhury saying they were carrying tear gas canisters. The House was adjourned soon after. One person was seen leaping over the benches of the Lok Sabha while another was seen dangling from the public gallery spraying some tear gas, when Zero Hour was in progress, Chowdhury said. The two persons were overpowered by the Lok Sabha members and the watch and ward staff. BJP member Rajendra Agrawal, who was in the chair, adjourned the proceedings till 2 pm.
