DCW issues notices to police over viral video of man masturbating in Delhi Metro
New Delhi, Apr 28: The Delhi Commission For Women has issued a notice to city police in connection with a viral video of a man allegedly masturbating in a metro train, an official said on Friday.
The video is being widely circulated on social media wherein the man can be seen indulging in the "obscene act" while sitting in the Delhi Metro, the panel said, adding, "This is a very serious matter," it said.
The DCW has sought a copy of the FIR registered in the matter and a detailed action taken report (ATR) by May 1.
Calling the incident "sickening", Maliwal demanded exemplary action against the accused.
DCW Chief Swati Maliwal said, "A man can be seen in a viral video shamelessly masturbating in Delhi Metro. It is absolutely disgusting and sickening. The accused must be arrested and strict action should be taken in the matter."
"More and more such cases are coming to light in the Delhi Metro and exemplary action needs to be taken against such persons so that women safety is ensured in the Metro," she added.
Delhi Commission for Women (DCW) chief Swati Maliwal issues a notice to DCP, Delhi Metro over the viral video of a man seen masturbating while sitting on a seat in Delhi Metro. pic.twitter.com/HcKN2vm6yl
— ANI (@ANI) April 28, 2023
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Barber held for beating man to death over 'bidi' in east Delhi
New Delhi (PTI): A 32-year-old barber was arrested on Wednesday for allegedly beating a man to death following an altercation over a 'bidi' in east Delhi's Pandav Nagar area, police said.
A call regarding the incident that occurred near the bus stand road in Shashi Garden was received at 1.24 am, they said.
The victim was identified as Deepak (28), while the accused was Manoj, he added.
According to the police, during an argument, the accused picked up a wooden stick lying nearby and struck the victim repeatedly on the head. Multiple injuries and bruise marks were also found on the victim's forehead.
"Deepak was taken to Lal Bahadur Shastri Hospital, but doctors declared him brought dead," an officer said.
An FIR has been registered and further investigation is underway, the officer added.
