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Rajya Sabha MP John Brittas Alleges Assault by Security Personnel in Delhi
Rajya Sabha member John Brittas of the Communist Party of India (Marxist) claimed he was assaulted by security personnel in Delhi, alleging he was attacked despite identifying himself as an MP.
John Brittas, a Member of Parliament in the Rajya Sabha representing Keralam, has alleged he was assaulted by security personnel in the Indian capital, Delhi. The Communist Party of India (Marxist) (CPM) leader claimed he was attacked by personnel from the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) despite having identified himself as a Member of Parliament.
Mr Brittas recounted the incident, stating that CRPF personnel "continued to attack" him even after he disclosed his parliamentary identity. He further alleged that they "pinned me to the seat and tried to choke me," expressing dismay over the situation by remarking on "the plight of an MP in this country."
The incident reportedly also saw activists from the Students' Federation of India (SFI) sustain injuries. Visual evidence, including a video, reportedly depicted Mr Brittas in a visibly distressed state, lying near a Delhi Police bus. Another individual, dressed in plain clothes, was seen attempting to assist him in the footage.
The CPM has officially alleged that Mr Brittas was "brutally attacked by Delhi Police" and subsequently "left injured on the roadside." The circumstances leading to the alleged altercation and the specific roles of the different security forces mentioned remain central to the ongoing reports.
Reporting by the The Indian Morning Post Editorial Desk.
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