NHRC Demands Action Over Delhi Police Constable's Alleged Assault

The National Human Rights Commission has notified the Delhi Police Commissioner over a constable's alleged sexual assault of a woman. The victim claimed repeated rape under threat of video exposure. The NHRC has sought a detailed report, including FIR status and actions taken, within a week.

The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) has called for a full report from the Delhi Police Commissioner following accusations that a constable sexually assaulted a woman and recorded the act. The NHRC's swift action follows media reports of continued rape threats using the recorded video.

Allegedly, the woman had visited various police stations in Delhi for 15 days without receiving any assistance. The NHRC deemed the allegations a serious violation of human rights and emphasized the need for immediate attention to the issue.

The panel's notice demands a comprehensive report within one week, addressing the status of the First Information Report (FIR) and measures taken against the implicated official. The report also noted the victim met the constable through social media and approached his family for help, but received no support.

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