Pralhad Joshi defends security steps ahead of CJP protest, says 'govt can't remain silent spectator'

<a href="https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/india/pralhad-joshi-defends-security-steps-ahead-of-cjp-protest-says-govt-cant-remain-silent-spectator/articleshow/134851568.cms"><img border="0" hspace="10" align="left" style="margin-top:3px;margin-right:5px;" src="https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/photo/134851568.cms" /></a>Union minister Pralhad Joshi labeled the current protests as mere political theater, asserting that the government must ensure public safety. He pointed out the BJP's electoral gains and its rise in West Bengal stemming from alleged mismanagement. Opposition figures, including Aradhana Mishra of the Congress party, denounced heavy security measures as a threat to democracy.