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Rahul Gandhi Demands Answers from Amit Shah Over Journalist's Groping Allegation Against Delhi Police
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Moneycontrol•04-10-2026, 11:13
Rahul Gandhi Demands Answers from Amit Shah Over Journalist's Groping Allegation Against Delhi Police
- •Congress leader Rahul Gandhi questioned Union Home Minister Amit Shah regarding allegations of sexual harassment by Delhi Police personnel during a protest at Jantar Mantar.
- •Three women journalists reported sexual harassment during demonstrations demanding the resignation of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar.
- •Delhi Police confirmed receiving complaints from three women journalists regarding the October 3 protest and transferred them to the Crime Branch for inquiry.
- •Gandhi criticized the lack of an FIR and highlighted Shah's responsibility, as Delhi Police operates under the Union Home Ministry.
- •The allegations have also drawn criticism from the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) and the All India Students’ Association (AISA), with calls for immediate action against the accused officer.
Key Questions Answered
Three women journalists alleged sexual harassment, misconduct, and groping by Delhi Police personnel during a demonstration at Jantar Mantar. Protesters also claimed that women faced misconduct, cameras were snatched, and journalists were dragged away.
Delhi Police stated that they received complaints from three women journalists regarding the incident and subsequently transferred the matter to the Crime Branch for a fair and impartial inquiry.
Rahul Gandhi questioned why an FIR had not been registered and demanded accountability from Union Home Minister Amit Shah, noting that the Delhi Police falls under the jurisdiction of the Ministry of Home Affairs.
