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Crime
Women journalists allege police groping at Jantar Mantar protest, probe ordered
✍️ indiatoday.in
🗓 04 Oct 2026, 02:16 PM
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During a demonstration at Delhi’s Jantar Mantar, several women journalists said police officers touched them inappropriately. Authorities have opened an investigation into the allegations.
During a protest at Jantar Mantar in Delhi, a number of women journalists reported that police personnel groped them while they were covering the demonstration. The journalists said the alleged physical contact was unwelcome and occurred as police were managing the crowd.
The incident prompted immediate complaints from the media community, and the Delhi Police announced that a formal probe has been launched to ascertain the facts and identify any officers involved. Senior officials said the inquiry will be conducted in accordance with standard procedures.
Press bodies have urged a swift and transparent investigation, warning that any misconduct against reporters could undermine press freedom and public trust in law‑enforcement agencies. The investigation’s findings are expected to be reported to senior police officials and relevant oversight committees.
The episode adds to ongoing concerns about the safety of journalists covering street protests in the capital, where tensions between demonstrators and police have occasionally escalated.
The incident prompted immediate complaints from the media community, and the Delhi Police announced that a formal probe has been launched to ascertain the facts and identify any officers involved. Senior officials said the inquiry will be conducted in accordance with standard procedures.
Press bodies have urged a swift and transparent investigation, warning that any misconduct against reporters could undermine press freedom and public trust in law‑enforcement agencies. The investigation’s findings are expected to be reported to senior police officials and relevant oversight committees.
The episode adds to ongoing concerns about the safety of journalists covering street protests in the capital, where tensions between demonstrators and police have occasionally escalated.