skip to content Advertisement YouTuber Dhruv Rathee detained by Delhi Police ahead of CJP protest Rathee was detained from his residence in Gurugram’s Sector 56 Written by: Sakshi Chand 2 min read Updated: Oct 10, 2026 10:20 AM IST Rathee was detained from his residence in Gurugram’s Sector 56.
So, in a plot twist that even the best soap operas would envy, Dhruv Rathee, the popular YouTuber and activist known for his commentary on social and political issues, found himself detained by the police just before a planned protest at Jantar Mantar. Yes, you heard that right! It seems that the authorities decided to play a game of hide and seek with him, whisking him away from his parents’ flat in Central Park Vihar to an undisclosed location in Gurugram. Talk about a dramatic turn of events!
For those who might not be familiar, Jantar Mantar is a historic site in Delhi where people gather to voice their concerns, raise awareness, and occasionally make their opinions known with a megaphone or two. It’s like the social media of the real world, minus the trolls and the cat videos. Rathee was set to join the Citizens for Justice and Peace (CJP) protest, which was aimed at drawing attention to important social issues. But alas, the authorities had other plans.
Now, let’s take a moment to appreciate the timing of this little escapade. With protests becoming a regular feature in the political landscape, it’s almost as if the police have an app that alerts them whenever someone plans to take a stand. “Oh, look! Someone is going to protest! Quick, let’s detain them!” It’s like an extreme version of party crashing, but instead of cake and confetti, you get handcuffs.
Rathee’s detention raises eyebrows and questions about freedom of expression and the right to protest. After all, in a democratic society, shouldn’t citizens have the right to express their dissent without the fear of being whisked away? It’s almost as if someone forgot to read the memo on civil liberties.
Of course, Rathee has a significant following, and his fans are not too pleased with this development. Social media erupted into a frenzy, with supporters rallying for his release and questioning the motives behind such actions. It’s like watching a bunch of knights in shining armor come to the rescue of their favorite YouTube star. Who knew that online activism could turn into real-life protests?
As we await further updates on Rathee’s situation, one can’t help but wonder what’s next in this saga. Will he be released in time for the protest? Will he be the new face of a movement against unjust detentions? Or will we see him starring in a new series titled “Caught in the Act: The Dhruv Rathee Chronicles”? Only time will tell.
In the meantime, let’s keep our fingers crossed that justice prevails, and that Rathee can return to his rightful place among the crowd at Jantar Mantar, megaphone in hand, ready to speak truth to power. Because at the end of the day, everyone deserves their moment in the spotlight, especially when it involves standing up for what they believe in. Stay tuned, folks; this story is far from over!
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