In the aftermath of the recent Parliament security breach, the Delhi Police, in its First Information Report (FIR), has revealed details about how the intruders, identified as Sagar Sharma (25) and Manoranjan D (35), modified their footwear to discreetly carry canisters.
The FIR, filed at Parliament Street police station based on a complaint by Delhi Police personnel, outlines the alterations made by Sharma and Manoranjan to their shoes.
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The document further provides specifics about the shoes and socks worn by the intruders, the type of canisters in their possession, and details of pamphlets recovered, featuring a tricolor fist image and Hindi slogans, along with an English slogan related to the Manipur issue.
On December 13, Sharma and Manoranjan jumped into the Lok Sabha chamber from the visitors’ gallery, releasing yellow smoke from canisters, causing panic and raising concerns about potential consequences.
An FIR was filed by Delhi Police personnel at Parliament Street police station which mentioned, “I along with other police personnel reached the office of Director Security new Parliament House Building where Omkar Singh, Deputy Director of Lok Sabha, was present. He handed over a complaint along with two persons, Sharma and Manoranjan. He also gave their shoes and their Aadhaar cards. They also handed over two used canisters of creative colors smoke yellow, one Lok Sabha Public gallery Pass number. The used creative color smoke were stated to be burst by Sharma and Manoranjan inside the Lok Sabha,” The Indian Express reported.
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The police expanded their investigation after receiving information about two more suspects, Amol Shinde and Neelam, involved in similar activities outside Parliament House gate no 2/3. Four used canisters and one unused canister were recovered from the spot. These canisters bore warnings about usage, emphasizing the need for goggles and gloves, outdoor use only, and supervision in open arenas.
The FIR concludes that, based on collected evidence and preliminary inquiries, prima facie offenses under relevant sections of the Indian Penal Code and the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act are established. The Special Cell has been tasked with further investigating the case, as per instructions from senior officers.