Women’s Groups Demand Accountability at Delhi Police Headquarters

Women’s and student organisations marched towards Delhi Police headquarters in New Delhi on October 17, demanding accountability over allegations of sexual and gender-based violence during protests linked to the Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls. The groups said the alleged misconduct occurred during police action against demonstrators opposing the revision, known as SIR, and called for action against officers found responsible. The marchers also sought protection for women and gender-diverse people participating in public and political activity. The allegations have not been independently established in the supplied accounts. Participating organisations included the All India Democratic Women’s Association, the National Federation of Indian Women, the All India Progressive Women’s Association and the All India Feminist Alliance, along with student and other civil society groups. The protesters gathered near Gurudwara Bangla Sahib before proceeding towards the police headquarters to submit a memorandum. In a joint statement, the organisations said videos, photographs and personal accounts documented alleged harassment and physical violence against women,...