Influencer Aayesha Khan has accused a Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) personnel of taking photographs of her without consent at New Delhi’s Terminal 1 airport, sparking a wave of debate on consent and privacy. Responding to criticism of her claims, Khan said, “Your misogyny does not silence me – it exposes you.”

The incident at the airport

In an earlier post, Khan detailed her distressing experience: “On the morning of the 16th Sept, 2025 at Delhi Airport (Terminal 1), I had a deeply disturbing experience. A man kept clicking pictures of me while pretending to be on a phone call. When I confronted him, he kept denying it – until I asked to see his phone. He had the photos. He had pictures of my legs.” She added, “The most shocking part? He was a CRPF personnel — someone who is supposed to ensure our safety.”

Following her post, Khan issued an update stating, “Update: CRPF is trying to look for this person.”

Backlash and Khan’s response

In a fresh video responding to negative comments, Khan addressed those dismissing her allegations: “Imagine being photographed without your consent by somebody at an airport and then being blamed for it! When I chose to speak up, some comments completely dismissed the severity of the situation. Some said, 'When you wear shorts, what is the problem in being clicked?' I understand that it is difficult for some Indian men to understand consent. It's not just about consent. A CRPF personnel objectified and sexualised my body and made me feel uncomfortable in a very creepy way. Just because you have access to someone's profile, that does not give you consent to objectify or harass them. We are not your property! No woman should be made to feel like her clothing invites objectification. Women out there, be sensitive but not weak. Don’t be afraid of perpetrators!”

She further explained her decision not to remove problematic comments: “I’m intentionally not deleting the problematic comments because I want the world to see how some Indian men view and objectify women, believing they have ownership over us. This transparency is crucial. At the same time, I am deeply grateful for all the supportive messages and the love I’ve received. The negativity doesn’t overshadow the incredible support and solidarity that has poured in. Together, we stand stronger.”

The video evidence 

The video Khan posted shows a man wearing a lanyard marked “CRPF” deleting content from his phone. When confronted, the man claimed he had removed the photos and explained they were taken because “automatic may laga hua tha.” Khan responded, “Mere baap ke umar ke hai, saram kariye thodi.”

Mathrubhumi English has not independently verified the video, and the CRPF has yet to release an official statement regarding the matter.