Delhi Police to register FIR over pellet injuries to youth during July 20 protest
Delhi Police have agreed to register an FIR regarding pellet injuries sustained by a youth during a protest at Jantar Mantar. This decision followed a sit-in protest by Congress leader Rahul Gandhi at the Parliament Street police station.
Why it matters
The intervention of a high-profile opposition leader in police procedures highlights the intersection of political activism and law enforcement accountability.
The Delhi Police will register an FIR in connection with pellet injuries suffered by a youth during the July 20 protest at Jantar Mantar, an official source said on Friday (August 21, 2026).
The move comes after Congress leader Rahul Gandhi staged a dharna at the Parliament Street police station, demanding registration of the FIR in connection with pellet injuries suffered by 19-year-old Sahil Lochab during the CJP-led protest.
"We will be registering an FIR in the matter," the source said.
Mr. Gandhi, accompanied by Lochab, first visited the Mandir Marg police station and sought the registration of the FIR.
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