Delhi Police – Families Describe Trauma After Officers Injured During Protest Violence

Delhi Police – Family members of Delhi Police personnel injured during the violence at Jantar Mantar have spoken publicly about the emotional impact the incident has had on their lives, describing the fear, uncertainty and distress they experienced after the officers returned home with serious injuries.

The relatives of several injured Delhi Police officers addressed a press conference on Friday, sharing personal accounts of what they say happened during the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) protest in the national capital. They said the incident affected not only the officers on duty but also their families, who have continued to cope with the emotional aftermath.

Family recounts alleged attack on sub-inspector

The daughter of a Delhi Police sub-inspector alleged that her father was caught in a violent crowd while carrying out his official responsibilities at Jantar Mantar. According to her, he suffered severe injuries after being pulled into the gathering and was later found unconscious.

She explained that her father had previously served in the Indian Navy for 15 years before joining the Delhi Police. During the days leading up to the incident, he had been assigned to security arrangements near the barricades at the protest venue. She said he often returned home expressing concern that the demonstration had changed in nature and that individuals with disruptive intentions had become part of the crowd.

Referring to the events of July 25, she claimed that her father was dragged away near the protest stage and was allegedly assaulted by members of the crowd. She said he lost consciousness and remained under medical care at Ram Manohar Lohia Hospital for several hours before colleagues brought him home later that night. According to her, his police uniform was stained with blood when he arrived.

She recalled that despite visible head injuries requiring four stitches, her father attempted to reassure the family by describing the wounds as part of the risks associated with police service. She said the experience remains one of the most painful moments her family has ever faced.

Concerns raised over criticism of police personnel

The son of an Assistant Commissioner of Police (ACP), who was also injured during the protest-related violence, expressed concern over what he described as one-sided criticism of police personnel on social media platforms.

He said that many online posts focused on allegations against the police while, in his view, little attention was given to the injuries suffered by officers during the incident. Although his father regularly advised him to ignore online comments, he said the recent events made him feel disappointed by the public response.

According to him, learning that some individuals accused of attacking police personnel had also filed complaints against the force prompted several police families to seek legal recourse. He said they believed it was important for their concerns to be heard through the judicial process as well.

Officer’s wife describes emotional impact on family

The wife of another injured ACP described the night of July 20 as one of the most distressing experiences for her family. She said seeing her husband return home injured left a lasting emotional impact on both her and their young daughter.

She added that no family should have to witness a loved one in such a condition after they return from official duty. Standing alongside other relatives of Delhi Police personnel, she said the purpose of speaking publicly was to present the experiences of police families and highlight the personal challenges they have faced following the violence.

The family members collectively called for greater recognition of the sacrifices made by police personnel during public order duties. They said officers often face difficult situations while carrying out their responsibilities, and incidents of violence affect entire families beyond those directly involved.