'Remain Present & Explain': Supreme Court Seeks Senior Delhi Police Officer's Presence Over Alleged Assault On Women Journalists During Protest
The Supreme Court on Tuesday sought the presence of a senior Delhi Police officer to address allegations that women journalists were assaulted while covering the recent protests in the national capital. Chief Justice of India (CJI) Surya Kant said the police would be required to explain the circumstances surrounding the alleged incidents. The development came after Senior Advocate Indira Jaising…
The Supreme Court summoned a senior Delhi Police officer to personally explain alleged assaults on women journalists during recent protests in the national capital. Chief Justice Surya Kant instructed the officer to remain present in the court to address the concerns. The development followed a petition filed by the Network of Women in Media, India (NWMI), which sought protection and safeguards for journalists covering protests and public gatherings.
The court will hear the petition along with a contempt petition alleging a violation of the Supreme Court's own order from October 10, which directed media personnel not to be harassed while reporting from protest sites.
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