Economist Jean Dreze detained from Jantar Mantar protest

Economist Jean Dreze was detained by police at Jantar Mantar in Delhi during a protest. According to Dreze, authorities picked him up without providing any explanation for the action.

Jantar Mantar is a common venue for public demonstrations and protests in the national capital. The circumstances surrounding the detention and the specific nature of the protest remained unclear from initial reports.

Dreze, a well-known economist and social policy researcher, has been vocal on various public issues. His detention has raised questions about police procedures during protest situations.