Delhi Police Transfer Journalist Harassment Complaints to Crime Branch

The Cliff News | 4 October 2026

The Delhi Police have officially transferred complaints from three women journalists who allege sexual harassment during a protest in the New Delhi area on October 3rd. The cases have been handed over to the Crime Branch at Kamla Market for comprehensive investigation and further action.

The New Delhi district police received the complaints amidst what they termed an "emergent law and order situation" that unfolded during the protest. This development highlights serious concerns regarding the safety of journalists covering public demonstrations.

Complaints Filed Amidst Protest Chaos

According to a statement posted by the Delhi Police on X, formerly Twitter, the allegations of sexual harassment were made by the three female journalists on October 3rd. The context provided for these allegations was the "emergent law and order situation" that characterized the protest in the New Delhi district.

The prompt transfer of these complaints to the specialized Crime Branch signifies the seriousness with which the police are treating the allegations. This move is intended to ensure a thorough and impartial investigation into the reported incidents.

Next Steps for the Crime Branch

The Crime Branch is now tasked with conducting a detailed inquiry into the sexual harassment claims. This will likely involve interviewing the complainants, gathering evidence, and potentially speaking with witnesses present at the protest site. The outcome of this investigation will determine the subsequent legal proceedings.

The police statement confirmed that the complaints were received by the New Delhi District and subsequently transferred to the Crime Branch, Kamla Market. This process ensures that the matter is handled by the appropriate unit equipped to deal with such sensitive investigations.