Police Detain Journalists Covering New Delhi Protests, Despite Valid Credentials

During a series of protests in New Delhi, police detained several journalists who were actively covering the events. The reporters, who presented valid press credentials, were forcibly taken into police vans, an action that caused injuries and humiliations. The detained group included staff from well‑known media houses as well as independent outlets. The aggressive conduct of the police has sparked immediate concern among media professionals and human rights observers, who see the incident as a threat to press freedom in the capital. The event underscores the tense environment surrounding the protests and raises questions about the protection of journalists in India’s public spaces.