ACP Accused by Journalist Elevated to Additional DCP Amid Ongoing Inquiry
What Happened
Vivek Bhagat, a Delhi Police ACP, was promoted to the rank of Additional DCP despite allegations of sexual harassment made by three women journalists during the October 3 protest at Jantar Mantar. One journalist alleged that Bhagat behaved inappropriately after she questioned the absence of women police personnel during the detention of protesters. The complaints have been transferred to the Crime Branch for investigation.
Key Takeaways
The promotion has triggered criticism from journalists' groups and opposition leaders, who questioned the timing of the move while the allegations are under investigation. Delhi Police has maintained that the promotion was part of a routine process initiated earlier and said a fair and impartial inquiry is underway.