Late on a Saturday morning, a shocking event revealed the ongoing safety worries of women in urban India. Two men arrested for chasing woman journalist became a major headline after a woman journalist from a private news channel was harassed and followed while driving home from Noida to Vasant Kunj at around 12:45 AM.
While crossing the Mahamaya Flyover, she overtook a scooter. That simple act angered two men, Shubham and DeepakLal, also called Deepu, from Dabri in southwest Delhi. Both had criminal records under the Arms Act and started chasing her car aggressively.
Sensing real danger, the journalist stayed calm and avoided stopping. Instead, she drove toward a safer area. When she reached the Lajpat Nagar Flyover, she called the police at 1:27 AM. DCP Hemant Tiwari praised her for her quick thinking, saying she “acted wisely by not engaging and driving to safety.”
In her FIR, she stated that the men hit her car window and shouted for her to open the door. She felt terrified but sped away. At one point, they threw something at her car, breaking the rear window. Even then, she continued driving until she reached Gupta Market, where the attackers disappeared.
The police reacted quickly. Officers from Lajpat Nagar Police Station arrived and helped her. Later, the case was moved to Sunlight Colony Police Station, which had jurisdiction. Police charged the men under several sections of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, including wrongful restraint and insulting a woman’s modesty.
Soon after, several police teams began reviewing CCTV footage from the Mahamaya and Lajpat Nagar flyovers. Their investigation, backed by local intelligence, helped them trace and arrest both suspects by late Friday morning. DCP Tiwari praised the teamwork and said that strong coordination between PCR units and local police ensured the journalist’s safety and a quick arrest.
Now, the police are checking if Shubham and DeepakLal are involved in other similar cases. This shocking case again highlights women’s safety issues, especially in big cities like Delhi and Noida.
Interestingly, the Delhi Police report in 2022 ranked Noida as the second safest city for women. Yet, such incidents show that safety still needs constant improvement. In Punjab, for example, crimes against women rose by 20% in 2023. Cities such as Chandigarh and Mohali also saw protests demanding tougher action against harassment.
While growing populations and busy city life increase risks, strong law enforcement and public awareness can make a huge difference. The journalist’s bravery sends a clear message: quick action, presence of mind, and courage can protect lives.
This frightening night and the two men arrested for chasing woman journalist case remind us that only fast police response and public attention can truly ensure women’s safety.
