Assault Allegations Spark Fears of Chilling Effect on Journalism in India The recent allegations of assault against two women YouTubers by Delhi Police personnel at Saket police station have sent shockwaves through the Indian journalism community.
The incident has been widely condemned by journalists' organizations and politicians alike, raising serious questions about press freedom and journalist safety in India.
According to reports, the two women were detained while covering an event attended by Union home minister Amit Shah and Delhi chief minister Arvind Kejriwal at Max Hospital in Saket.