India police investigate sexual harassment allegations during protests
Summary
Indian police have launched an investigation into allegations that officers sexually harassed female journalists during protests in New Delhi against the Election Commission. Opposition parties and protest groups are escalating demonstrations over a voter-roll revision they say has unfairly removed millions of names.
Key Points
- Indian police opened a probe into sexual harassment allegations against officers during protests in New Delhi.
- The demonstrations are aimed at Election Commission chief Gyanesh Kumar over a voter-roll revision that opposition groups say was wrongful.
- Three female journalists alleged harassment after police detained scores of protesters near Jantar Mantar.
- Opposition politicians and protest groups plan further marches and rallies, including a nationwide 'Save Democracy' campaign.
