Noida woman booked for objectionable remarks against PM Modi at Jantar Mantar protest
- FIR filed against a 25-year-old woman for alleged objectionable remarks against PM Modi at a Jantar Mantar protest.
- The protest was organized by the Chandrashekhar-led Azad Samaj Party over paper leaks.
- Police have registered a zero FIR; no arrests have been made yet.
Protest Turns Controversial
A 25-year-old woman from Noida has been booked for allegedly making objectionable remarks against Prime Minister Narendra Modi during a protest at Jantar Mantar in New Delhi. The protest, led by Chandrashekhar Azad of the Azad Samaj Party (CJP), was demanding action against paper leaks in recruitment exams.
A viral video from the protest shows the woman hurling abuses at the Prime Minister. The footage triggered a police complaint, leading to an FIR being registered.
FIR Details
A zero FIR was lodged against the woman at the Parliament Street police station in Delhi. The FIR states that the remarks were aimed at hurting the dignity of a constitutional post. The woman is a resident of Noida.
Police have not made any arrests yet. Officials said they are verifying the video and identifying the accused. The case has been transferred to the cyber cell for further investigation.
Political Reactions
The incident has drawn sharp reactions from political circles. BJP leaders demanded strict action, calling the remarks an attack on the nation's dignity. Party spokespersons said such language against the Prime Minister is unacceptable in a democracy.
On the other hand, Chandrashekhar Azad defended the protest, saying it was peaceful. He distanced his party from the woman's individual remarks, stating they do not reflect the party's stance. He urged police to focus on the core issue of paper leaks instead.
Background of the Protest
The protest at Jantar Mantar was part of a larger agitation by the Azad Samaj Party. The party has been demanding a thorough investigation into paper leaks that have affected multiple government recruitment exams across states.
The protest saw a large turnout of students and young job seekers. Many carried placards and shouted slogans against alleged corruption in the examination system. The event remained largely peaceful until the video of the woman's remarks surfaced online.
What Happens Next
Police are expected to summon the woman for questioning in the coming days. The investigation will focus on the exact words used and the context of her remarks. Officials have said that if found guilty, she could face charges under sections of the Indian Penal Code related to sedition and defamation of a constitutional post.
The case is likely to be monitored closely as it touches upon free speech boundaries in public protests. Meanwhile, the Azad Samaj Party has announced plans for more protests across the country if the government does not address the paper leak issue.