Did police action claim a young girl's life during the CJP march? PIB fact-checks viral claim
Claims circulating on social media alleging that a young girl died on the spot during CJP’s protest march in Delhi have been officially debunked as FAKE by the Press Information Bureau’s Fact Check unit.
The claim
Multiple viral posts on platforms like X and Instagram alleged that a female protester succumbed to injuries on the spot during clashes in the capital, raising public alarm over police brutality.
The fact
Official authorities and the Press Information Bureau (@PIBFactCheck) confirmed that no protest-related deaths occurred in Delhi. Delhi Police released a statement refuting the rumors, clarifying that while several individuals were injured in the scuffle, claims regarding a fatal injury or severe head trauma to a young girl are completely baseless.
Context of the violence
The rumors emerged following a "Sansad Chalo" protest march organized by the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) in the New Delhi area, which turned violent after demonstrators breached police barricades and ignored dispersal orders.
According to the official account by Delhi Police:
Casualties & injuries: More than 118 police personnel sustained injuries during the violence, including several high-ranking officers ranging from ACPs to Special Commissioners. Around 60 protesters were also injured and received medical examination.
Public property damage: The mob vandalised public property, causing damage to 15–20 government and police vehicles.
Legal action: Around 70 protesters were detained, and FIRs are being registered under the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita for rioting, assault on public servants, and destruction of public property.
Conclusion
Status: FALSE.
Citizens are advised to avoid sharing unverified viral claims and report suspicious social media posts to official channels like @PIBFactCheck.