Richa Parasar, Woman Journalist Who Accused Rahul Gandhi of Manhandling, Files Complaint Against Congress Leader

A woman journalist, Richa Parasar, has filed a criminal complaint against Lok Sabha Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi, seeking the registration of an FIR over alleged mistreatment and use of criminal force during a protest near the Supreme Court on October 12, 2026. Parasar has alleged that the Congress leader grabbed her hand and pulled her forward before his security personnel pushed her amid the commotion.

Parasar, who said she was three months pregnant at the time of the incident, claimed she fell down the stairs, sustained injuries to her hand and knees and broke her mobile phone while covering the INDIA bloc's protest against Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar.

Journalist Alleges Rahul Gandhi Grabbed Her Hand

In a video recorded from her hospital bed, Parasar alleged that she was extending her microphone while covering the protest when the incident occurred. She claimed Rahul Gandhi grabbed her hand and pulled her forward before his security personnel pushed her away, causing her to fall down the stairs. Jantar Mantar Belongs to People of India’: Rahul Gandhi Calls Jailing of CJP Leaders ‘Cowardice’ After Tricolour Protest.

The journalist also alleged that her cameraperson fell on top of her, followed by several other people amid the crowd. She said she had not asked Rahul Gandhi any questions or spoken to him before the alleged incident.

Parasar had earlier shared a video on Instagram in which she claimed she was pushed by the Congress leader. She also alleged that people accompanying the Congress leader shouted at her instead of helping her get up.

Journalist Seeks FIR, Questions Congress on Women's Safety

In her complaint, Parasar has sought an FIR against Rahul Gandhi over the alleged incident. She has also questioned the Congress party's position on women's safety and urged media organisations that recorded the incident to release their footage. Rahul Gandhi Targets Gyanesh Kumar Over SIR Row (Video).

The allegations relate to the INDIA bloc's protest near the Supreme Court on October 12 against Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar. The incident reportedly occurred amid a large gathering of protesters and media personnel.

The allegations made by Parasar have not been independently established. The filing of a criminal complaint does not by itself establish criminal liability, and the allegations should be distinguished from any findings by investigating authorities.

As of the information provided, there is no confirmed information about the registration of an FIR or an official response from Rahul Gandhi or the Congress party to the complaint.

(The above story first appeared on LatestLY on Oct 17, 2026 11:05 PM IST. For more news and updates on politics, world, sports, entertainment and lifestyle, log on to our website latestly.com).