Anger erupted over misbehavior with a female journalist and remarks made on caste during the riotous protest in Delhi University.

News India Live, Digital Desk: The prestigious Delhi University (DU) of the capital Delhi is once again at the center of controversies. Female journalist Ruchi Tiwari, who was covering a protest organized against the UGC on the university campus, was allegedly misbehaved. The matter was not limited to mere pushing and shoving, but the journalist has alleged that derogatory words were used regarding his caste, due to which tension has spread in the campus. What is the whole matter? (Incident Overview) The incident took place when students and various organizations were protesting against some policies of the UGC on the DU campus. Attack on Journalist: Journalist Ruchi Tiwari was reporting there when she got into an argument with some protesters. Allegation of caste remarks: Ruchi Tiwari claims that some people involved in the protest not only obstructed her work but also used objectionable language targeting her ‘caste’. Viral on social media: The incident Some videos are going viral on social media, in which ruckus and debate can be seen on the spot. Protest and police action. After this incident with the journalist, various groups of journalists and people on social media have expressed strong anger. Complaint registered: Ruchi Tiwari has contacted the police in this matter and has demanded strict action against the accused. Questions on security on campus: This incident has once again raised questions on the environment of security and freedom of expression in institutions like DU. Reaction of student organizations: While some organizations have called it ‘unfortunate’, some others have termed it a conspiracy to defame the protest. Voices rising against casteism Delhi University has always been a hub of ideological debates, but this allegation of caste discrimination against the journalist has given a new turn to the debate. Civil society and media organizations say that such treatment of any journalist on duty, especially a female journalist, is an attack on the fourth pillar of democracy.