Forum for Constitutional Democracy slams Delhi Police over inaction on molestation complaints against ACP
The Forum for Constitutional Democracy has criticized the Delhi Police for failing to register an FIR against an ACP accused of molesting three women journalists. The group is demanding an immediate investigation and the officer's suspension.
Why it matters
The case raises concerns regarding police accountability, gender-based violence, and the protection of press freedom in India.
Forum for Constitutional Democracy slams Delhi Police over inaction on molestation complaints against ACP HYDERABAD The Forum for Constitutional Democracy (FCD) on Monday condemned the Delhi Police for not registering an FIR against Assistant Commissioner of Police (ACP) Vivek Bhagat, who has been accused of molesting three women journalists. In a statement, the FCD said the Delhi Police had received three complaints against the officer and referred them to the Crime Branch for inquiry. However, it alleged that no FIR had been registered so far despite the complaints. The organisation also pointed out that two of the complainants had previously lodged complaints against the same officer, but no action was allegedly taken.
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