Archive · 23 Jul 2026
RAF Officer Faces Backlash Over Dead Cockroach Post
Sonia Sehrawat, an officer in the Rapid Action Force (RAF), posted a picture of a dead cockroach on Instagram with a caption that many people found mean.
The post was about protesters, and it made some people very upset.
A group called the Cockroach Janata Party (CJP), which protests against education changes, said the post was shocking because it compared peaceful protesters to cockroaches.
Some people think the post was just a personal opinion, but others think it was unprofessional and could hurt the reputation of the RAF.
Sonia was hurt during a protest at Jantar Mantar, and her post came out a few days later.
Some officers in the RAF and CRPF are worried about how social media posts like this can affect their image.
Sonia Sehrawat, an RAF officer, posted an image of a dead cockroach on Instagram with a caption criticizing protesters.
The post drew backlash from social media users and the Cockroach Janata Party (CJP).
Sehrawat was injured during a CJP protest at Jantar Mantar on July 20.
The CJP described the post as shocking and criticized the dehumanization of protesters.
Some officers expressed concern that Sehrawat's post could damage the RAF and CRPF's reputation.
- Who
- Sonia Sehrawat, an Assistant Commandant in the Rapid Action Force (RAF)
- What
- Posted an image of a dead cockroach with a caption criticizing protesters
- When
- Two days after being injured during a protest on July 20
- Where
- The post was shared on Instagram
- Why
- The post was a response to protesters, which many deemed insensitive and sadistic.
Supporters of Sonia Sehrawat
Critics of Sonia Sehrawat
Nature of the Post
Supporters of Sonia Sehrawat
The post was a personal expression and not meant to be taken seriously.
Critics of Sonia Sehrawat
The post was insensitive and demeaning to protesters.
Professional Conduct
Supporters of Sonia Sehrawat
Her personal social media activity should not be a disciplinary issue.
Critics of Sonia Sehrawat
Her post reflects poorly on the professionalism of the RAF and CRPF.
- Name
- Sonia Sehrawat
- Role
- Assistant Commandant, Rapid Action Force (RAF)
- Incident Date
- July 20
- Protest Location
- Jantar Mantar
- Social Media Platform
- Response from CJP
- Described the post as shocking and criticized the dehumanization of protesters.
