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Crime
NHRC seeks report from Police chief on harassment of women journalists at Jantar Mantar
✍️ SCC Online
🗓 11 Oct 2026, 03:47 AM
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The National Human Rights Commission has asked the Delhi Police commissioner to submit a report on allegations that three women journalists were sexually harassed at Jantar Mantar.
The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) has formally requested a detailed report from the Delhi Police Commissioner regarding complaints of sexual harassment involving three women journalists at the Jantar Mantar protest site. The commission’s notice seeks clarification on the circumstances of the alleged incident and any action taken by the police.
According to the filing, the three journalists reported that they faced unwanted sexual advances and inappropriate behavior while covering a demonstration at Jantar Mantar. The NHRC has emphasized the need for a prompt and thorough investigation, citing its mandate to protect the rights of individuals, especially women, in public spaces.
The request underscores growing concerns over the safety of media personnel in India and the responsibility of law‑enforcement agencies to ensure a harassment‑free environment. The NHRC has indicated that it will review the police’s findings before deciding on any further steps.
No official response from the Delhi Police has been released at the time of reporting, and the matter remains under close scrutiny by human‑rights watchdogs and press bodies.
According to the filing, the three journalists reported that they faced unwanted sexual advances and inappropriate behavior while covering a demonstration at Jantar Mantar. The NHRC has emphasized the need for a prompt and thorough investigation, citing its mandate to protect the rights of individuals, especially women, in public spaces.
The request underscores growing concerns over the safety of media personnel in India and the responsibility of law‑enforcement agencies to ensure a harassment‑free environment. The NHRC has indicated that it will review the police’s findings before deciding on any further steps.
No official response from the Delhi Police has been released at the time of reporting, and the matter remains under close scrutiny by human‑rights watchdogs and press bodies.