Gun-toting Brics summit reel puts Delhi constable under departmental inquiry
A Delhi Police constable is facing a departmental inquiry after posting an Instagram reel of himself handling a firearm while wearing a BRICS summit identification card. The incident has drawn criticism for its timing during a high-security international event in the capital.
Why it matters
It underscores concerns regarding professional conduct and security protocols during high-profile international diplomatic summits.
NEW DELHI: A Delhi Police constable wearing a Brics summit 2026 identity card has come under scrutiny after a video showing him making an Instagram reel while handling a firearm went viral on social media.The video has sparked criticism online, with viewers questioning the appropriateness of posting such footage during a high-security international event.The constable is posted in Delhi Police’s northwest district, according to officials. "A departmental inquiry has been initiated against him.
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