Delhi women’s safety protests: Shivraj Chouhan reacts to ‘kachori-samosa’ slogans

Delhi Union minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan has responded to videos of women-led protests in the capital, where demonstrators have raised slogans like "One kachori, two samosas, in mardo ka kya bharosa." Chouhan questioned the necessity of such slogans, emphasizing the need for a serious examination of why women and young girls feel compelled to express their safety concerns in this manner.

The protests originated following the alleged gang rape of a 17-year-old girl in Aastha Kunj Park near Lady Shri Ram College. Chouhan urged a collective commitment to women's safety and dignity, stating that they should feel respected and protected. Protests have been held across Delhi, with students from various universities demanding safer public spaces and stronger action against sexual harassment.

In response, civic and security agencies have taken steps such as safety audits of parks and increased police patrols. Despite the protests, the three accused in the Aastha Kunj case have been arrested. Political leaders, including Rahul Gandhi and Arvind Kejriwal, have shown support for the student-led protests, while Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta highlighted the government's efforts to strengthen safety infrastructure.