A citizen injured by pellet gun fire during a July 20 lathi charge struggled to file an FIR, but the police at Parliament Street station declined. An opposition leader visited the station, demanding immediate registration and pressing the central government for action.

  • Pellet gun used on July 20 during a lathi charge caused severe injuries
  • Victim and counsel repeatedly sought an FIR, but police refused
  • Opposition leader visited the station demanding prompt case registration

On July 20, a lathi charge near Parliament Street escalated when police deployed pellet guns, leaving a civilian with serious bodily and ocular injuries. The victim, accompanied by legal counsel, made several attempts to lodge an FIR, only to be rebuffed by the police.

Following the denial, a senior opposition leader accompanied the victim to the police station. He met senior officials, insisted on immediate FIR registration, and highlighted alleged lapses in the ongoing investigation.

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The opposition has signaled that it will keep the central government and top leadership under pressure, framing the incident as a politicisation of law‑and‑order processes.

Human‑rights groups have condemned the police’s refusal, warning that denying an FIR undermines the victim’s right to justice and medical redress.

Why This Matters

BozokMedia analysis shows that incidents like this erode public trust in law‑enforcement agencies and raise serious questions about accountability in a democratic system. Without an FIR, the path to compensation and criminal prosecution becomes obstructed.

"The use of pellet guns and the failure to file an FIR both contravene international human‑rights standards," said a human‑rights expert.
Did You Know?: Since 2019, the use of pellet guns in India has sparked multiple controversies, especially during protest actions.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q1: Is the use of pellet guns legal in India?
A: Pellet guns are permitted in limited circumstances, but misuse is considered a violation of human‑rights norms.

Q2: What recourse does a victim have if an FIR is not filed?
A: The victim can approach the High Court or seek intervention from the National Human Rights Commission.