Mumbai police employ home visits and WhatsApp location tracking to deter repeat participation in student protests, focusing on localized interventions across key city hotspots.
The protests are linked to the CJP agitations
Jul 23, 2026
01:26 pm
What's the storyThe Mumbai Police have resorted to targeted direct-contact methods, including digital tracking and home visits, to stop repeat participation in ongoing student protests.
Protesters claim they have been receiving calls asking them to stay home and share their live locations.
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