NHRC acts on Assault on Manipur Woman in South Delhi

The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) has taken suo motu cognizance of a media report concerning the alleged physical assault of a woman from Manipur in South Delhi. The incident reportedly occurred in the Malviya Nagar area on 8th March 2026. The Commission has issued a notice to the Delhi Police Commissioner seeking a detailed report on the matter within two weeks. 

Allegations of Racial and Lewd Abuse 

According to the media report cited by NHRC, the woman was allegedly assaulted after she objected to lewd and racial remarks made by a group of boys. The incident reportedly took place while the victim was taking photographs with a friend at a park in the area. 

The NHRC stated that the contents of the report, if accurate, raise concerns regarding a possible violation of the victim’s human rights. 

NHRC in Action 

The Commission has asked the Delhi Police to submit a detailed report on the incident. The report is expected to include: 

• The current health status of the victim
• The status of the police investigation into the alleged assault 

The notice directs that the report be submitted within two weeks of issuance.