The Incident Outside the Supreme Court
A fresh controversy has erupted in the national capital as journalist Richa Parashar has lodged a formal criminal complaint against prominent political figures, including Congress leader Rahul Gandhi. The incident reportedly took place on October 12, 2026, when opposition leaders staged a protest march towards the Supreme Court premises. Several media personnel were present at the location to cover the developments.
According to the complainant, when she attempted to approach Rahul Gandhi to seek his comments on the ongoing protest, the situation escalated. She has alleged that instead of a normal interaction, she faced aggressive behavior and physical resistance while trying to perform her professional duties as a reporter.
Allegations of Being Pushed and Injured
Elaborating on the sequence of events, Parashar stated that as the opposition leader was moving out, she extended her microphone for bytes. At that moment, she claimed, Rahul Gandhi pulled her by the shoulder. Shortly after, security personnel allegedly shoved her away forcefully, causing her to lose balance and fall down the steps.
The impact of the fall also resulted in her mobile phone being broken. The journalist maintained that she was merely discharging her journalistic responsibilities and did not anticipate being treated in such a manner by public figures and their security details.
Medical Complications and Pregnancy Claims
One of the most sensitive dimensions of this case involves the health status of the complainant. Richa Parashar stated that she was three months pregnant at the time of the incident. Following the fall, she experienced severe stomach pain and other discomforts.
She was subsequently rushed to a hospital where medical professionals attended to her. Upon informing the nursing staff about her pregnancy, doctors avoided taking an X-ray and instead opted for an ultrasound to ensure the safety of the unborn child. Due to persistent vomiting and abdominal pain, she was admitted to the hospital for observation.
Legal Provisions and Demands for FIR
The criminal complaint submitted to the Deputy Commissioner of Police (DCP) in New Delhi invokes multiple sections of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS), 2023. These include Sections 74, 115(2), 131, 125, and 3(5), which pertain to offenses such as assault or use of criminal force with intent to outrage the modesty of a woman, voluntarily causing hurt, acts endangering life or personal safety, and common intention.
The complainant has strongly urged law enforcement authorities to register an immediate First Information Report (FIR) and initiate a thorough investigation into the matter to ensure accountability.
