Forum condemns Delhi Police over inaction against ACP
The Forum for Constitutional Democracy has criticized the Delhi Police for failing to register an FIR against ACP Vivek Bhagat following molestation allegations by three journalists. The forum is demanding an immediate suspension and a formal investigation into the officer's conduct.
Why it matters
This highlights ongoing concerns regarding police accountability and the handling of sexual harassment complaints against law enforcement officials.
The Forum for Constitutional Democracy (FCD) has condemned the Delhi Police for allegedly refusing to register an FIR against ACP Vivek Bhagat following complaints by three women journalists accusing him of molestation.
In a joint statement issued on Monday, October 5, the FCD said the Delhi Police had received three complaints against the officer on October 4 and forwarded them to the Crime Branch for inquiry. However, the Crime Branch was yet to register an FIR against the ACP, the forum said.
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