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Delhi University women march demanding safer public spaces after rape incident
✍️ Hindustan Times
🗓 27 Sep 2026, 02:35 AM
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Students of Delhi University staged a march in the capital, calling for improved safety in public areas following a recent rape case.
A group of women students from Delhi University gathered in central Delhi on Saturday to protest against the lack of safety in public spaces. The demonstrators walked along major thoroughfares, holding placards that demanded stricter security measures and better lighting in areas frequented by commuters and students.
One participant voiced the sentiment that sparked the rally, saying, "It takes rape to wake everyone up," highlighting the frustration over recurring sexual violence and the perceived inaction of authorities. The march was organized independently by student groups and did not feature any political party affiliations.
University officials acknowledged the concerns and promised to review campus security protocols, while city police said they would increase patrols in identified hotspots. The students called for a comprehensive safety audit and for the implementation of gender‑sensitive policies across Delhi's public infrastructure.
One participant voiced the sentiment that sparked the rally, saying, "It takes rape to wake everyone up," highlighting the frustration over recurring sexual violence and the perceived inaction of authorities. The march was organized independently by student groups and did not feature any political party affiliations.
University officials acknowledged the concerns and promised to review campus security protocols, while city police said they would increase patrols in identified hotspots. The students called for a comprehensive safety audit and for the implementation of gender‑sensitive policies across Delhi's public infrastructure.