FIR lodged after 3 women journalists allege sexual harassment at Delhi protest
Delhi Police have transferred complaints from three female journalists alleging sexual harassment during a protest to the Crime Branch. The incident occurred during demonstrations demanding the removal of the Chief Election Commissioner, which also saw the detention of several prominent activists.
Why it matters
The allegations highlight ongoing tensions regarding police conduct during political protests and the safety of journalists covering civil unrest.
NEW DELHI: Delhi Police on Sunday said it had received complaints from three female journalists alleging sexual harassment during a protest in the New Delhi area on October 3.The complaints have been transferred to the Crime Branch at Kamla Market for further action, police said.In a post on X, Delhi Police said the complaints were received by the New Delhi district police in the context of the "emergent law and order situation" during the protest."On 03-10-26, during the protest in the New Delhi area, allegations of sexual harassment were made by three female journalists in the context of the emergent law and order situation.
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