Archive · 22 Jul 2026
Delhi HC Hears Allegations Against Police Over Protest Crackdown
The Delhi High Court heard serious allegations against the Delhi Police regarding their handling of a protest.
A senior advocate claimed that police used lathis with nails and electric batons, which are not allowed, and did not follow Supreme Court guidelines for crowd control.
Videos allegedly showed an officer slapping women, and tear gas was reportedly used indiscriminately.
The court is looking into these claims to ensure proper conduct by the police.
Delhi High Court heard allegations of police misconduct during a protest crackdown.
Senior advocate Gopal Shankarnarayanan named Additional DCP Sandeep Lamba in connection with videos showing him slapping women.
Allegations include the use of lathis with nails and electric batons, which are not permitted.
Supreme Court guidelines for crowd control were allegedly not followed, including the improper use of tear gas.
The court is examining these claims to ensure adherence to proper protocols.
- Who
- Delhi High Court, Senior Advocate Gopal Shankarnarayanan, Additional DCP Sandeep Lamba
- What
- Allegations of excessive force and misuse of tear gas during a protest crackdown
- When
- During a recent hearing
- Where
- Delhi High Court
- Why
- To address allegations of police misconduct during a protest
Protesters and Advocates
Delhi Police
Use of Force
Protesters and Advocates
Allegations of excessive force, including the use of lathis with nails and electric batons, which are not permitted.
Delhi Police
No official response from Delhi Police yet.
Adherence to Protocols
Protesters and Advocates
Allegations that Supreme Court guidelines for crowd control were not followed, including the improper use of tear gas.
Delhi Police
No official response from Delhi Police yet.
- Court
- Delhi High Court
- Advocate
- Gopal Shankarnarayanan
- Alleged Officer
- Additional DCP Sandeep Lamba
- Allegations
- Use of lathis with nails, electric batons, and tear gas on protesters
- Supreme Court Guidelines
- Ramlila Maidan judgment protocols for crowd control