Reacting to the reported assault on a BJP worker by Karnataka police, Nagalakshmi Choudhary, Chairperson of the Karnataka State Commission for Women, mentioned that the police provided clothes for the woman involved, who reportedly has multiple cases against her. Choudhary addressed the media in Bengaluru, stating that the woman stripped herself when the police attempted to arrest her, with only female officers present during the incident.
Choudhary emphasized the need for a thorough investigation before making any judgments, highlighting that action would be recommended if any police misconduct is confirmed. She expressed intentions to request a detailed report from the Superintendent of Police regarding the incident’s seriousness. The Chairperson stressed the importance of understanding the roles of both the police and the victim before drawing conclusions, advocating for accountability and punishment for those responsible.
The incident, which took place in Hubballi city, involved the alleged assault and stripping of a BJP female worker by the police amid a dispute related to a voter revision exercise. A video of the incident circulated, showing male officers reportedly assaulting the woman. The altercation stemmed from a complaint filed against the BJP worker by a Congress corporator, leading to a heated confrontation during the voter list revision process.
