‘Punish Miscreants, Free Students After Verification’: Wife of Delhi Cop Injured During Jantar Mantar Protest

New Delhi: The wife of a Delhi Police personnel who was injured during the recent violence at the Jantar Mantar protest has called for a balanced approach, urging authorities to identify those responsible for the clashes while ensuring that innocent students are not wrongly implicated.

Speaking on the controversy surrounding the police action and the registration of cases against protesters, she said that those who engaged in violence should face strict punishment, but students who participated peacefully should be released after proper verification.

"Punish the miscreants, free the students after verification," she said, stressing the need to distinguish between individuals involved in violence and those exercising their democratic right to protest peacefully.

Her remarks come amid an ongoing debate over the police response to the demonstrations, with opposition parties and student organisations questioning the registration of FIRs against several protesters. The issue has also become a political flashpoint, with demands for a review of cases filed against students.

The injured police personnel was among several officers hurt during clashes that broke out at Jantar Mantar as protests escalated. Delhi Police has maintained that law enforcement officers were attacked while carrying out their duties and has defended its actions as necessary to restore order.

At the same time, student groups have alleged that many peaceful protesters were detained or booked despite not being involved in any acts of violence. They have called for a fair investigation and the withdrawal of cases against those found to be innocent.

The police officer's wife's appeal has drawn attention for striking a conciliatory tone amid the heightened political rhetoric. Her statement underscores the need for accountability for those responsible for violence while safeguarding the rights of students who did not participate in unlawful activities.

Authorities have said investigations into the incidents are continuing and that evidence, including CCTV footage, video recordings and witness statements, is being examined to identify those involved in the clashes.

The controversy surrounding the Jantar Mantar protest is expected to remain a key political and legal issue, with multiple petitions and demands for accountability continuing to emerge in the aftermath of the demonstrations.