- NHRC took up the matter on its own after a media report
- Three women journalists allegedly harassed by Delhi Police personnel
- Incident reportedly happened during a protest on 3 October 2026
- Delhi Police Commissioner asked for a detailed report within two weeks
- Complaints were transferred to the Delhi Police Crime Branch for enquiry
The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) has acted on its own over a media report that three women journalists were sexually harassed by Delhi Police personnel. The incident allegedly took place during a protest at Jantar Mantar in New Delhi on 3 October 2026.
Commission flags serious concern
The Commission said the reported content, if confirmed, raises serious human rights concerns.
It has issued a notice to the Delhi Police Commissioner. The notice asks for a detailed report on the matter within two weeks.
Complaints sent for enquiry
According to the media report, published on 5 October 2026, the New Delhi District Police received complaints about the alleged incidents.
Those complaints were passed to the Crime Branch of Delhi Police for an enquiry.
