HC Threatens Delhi Police with CBI Probe over Detention of Forum Members

The Delhi High Court criticised the manner of detention of the 10 activists last month, indicated it may refer the matter to the CBI, and directed the police to produce records showing lawful detention. The court demanded CCTV footage and stated that due process must be followed, noting that torture cannot be used as an interrogation method. The bench said the matter may be referred to the CBI if necessary and adjourned the hearing to May 19. It also referenced a sealed status report submitted by the Delhi Police regarding the investigation.

In a special hearing on Sunday, the Delhi Police told the court that all activists had been released after recording their statements in connection with the missing persons case.

The activists were reportedly called on March 12, 13, and 14 to obtain information about the whereabouts of individuals missing since July 2025, according to intelligence inputs and the FIR details.

Sister of Lakshita Rajora and families alleged that she and others were detained by the Delhi Police’s Special Cell at the Bhagat Singh Chatra Ekta Manch office in Vijay Nagar on March 13.

Three activists were reportedly picked up from outside Dayal Singh College by the Delhi Police's Special Cell, as part of investigations related to the missing persons case.

The FIR was registered on July 8, 2025, based on a complaint filed by the missing woman’s father, who alleged that seven individuals associated with Bhagat Singh Chatra Ekta Manch (BSCEM) had forcibly isolated her and used her as a pawn for anti-national or terrorist activities.