Following the release of a video showing a Japanese woman being groped and harassed by a group of men in Delhi while celebrating Holi, Delhi Police announced they had written to the Japanese embassy to ask for assistance in determining the woman's identity. The DCP informed PTI that after being contacted by the Japanese embassy, they stated that they were unaware of any such event.
The woman is a Japanese tourist who was staying in Paharganj the national capital and has already departed for Bangladesh, according to the police.
According to authorities, three boys, including a young youngster, have been detained and the suspects have admitted to the act. Sanjay Kumar Sain, Deputy Commissioner of Police (Central), stated that the video is being examined to identify the specifics.
"In Paharganj police station, there has not been a single complaint or phone call regarding any type of inappropriate behavior with a foreigner. The Japanese embassy has received an email asking for assistance in determining the girl's name and any other information regarding the event, according to the police.
For those who were against the #BHARATMATRIMONY Holi campaign. A Japanese tourist in India. Imagine your sister, mother or wife being treated like this in another county? Maybe you will understand then. pic.twitter.com/VribIpXBab
— Ram Subramanian (@iramsubramanian) March 10, 2023
A group of males was shown in the social media video smearing color on a woman, who appeared uneasy in their presence. One of the men is also seen breaking an egg on her head in the image.
According to authorities, the youths arrested will be held accountable under the DP Act. All three of them live in the adjoining Paharganj neighborhood. Police stated that any additional legal action will be taken on the grounds and in compliance with the girl's allegation if any.
The head of the Delhi Commission for Women (DCW), Swati Maliwal, announced that she has sent a notice to the Delhi Police ordering them to watch the video and apprehend those responsibly.
The National Commission for Women tweeted about the video as well. It requested that Delhi Police file an FIR in the case.