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Cross FIRs Filed After Delhi University Protest Clash as Police Review CCTV

Rival accounts stem from a rally over stayed UGC equity rules, with videos shared online but the full sequence unverified.

Overview

  • Delhi Police said cross FIRs were registered at Maurice Nagar police station under BNS sections 74, 115(2), 126(2) and 3(5), and investigators are examining CCTV footage and statements.
  • Independent YouTuber Ruchi Tiwari alleged she was assaulted, targeted over her caste and issued rape threats during the Arts Faculty protest, and she has filed a complaint.
  • AISA denied the allegations and claimed its members were attacked, asserting that clips online do not show the complete context and reporting threats and abusive slogans outside the police station.
  • ABVP condemned the alleged attack on a journalist, demanded strict action and asserted that some involved were not bona fide DU students, while both groups traded accusations of provocation.
  • DU vice-chancellor Yogesh Singh urged campus harmony and the NHRC said it was taking cognizance as police increased security on North Campus following the clash.