We Were Assaulted in Delhi’s Hauz Khas on 31 Dec as Others Cheered

The men groped my wife and her friends, and hurled rape threats at the women.

It has been almost five days and I am still in shock as to what transpired with us at New Year's Eve in Delhi’s Hauz Khas.

I have loved this city all my life, but the events of 31 December have left me appalled at the brazen mob mentality here and the harassment that goes with it. I want to highlight this incident to shed light on the fact that no one in this city is safe, and it is we, the people who need to take the leap in ensuring our safety and those of our loved ones.

On 31 December, I had gone to a restaurant at Hauz Khas to celebrate with my wife and her friends. Post-midnight, a duo of 20-year-old men started following us while we were waiting for our cab.

These men started passing comments at us. I strictly told them to mind their own business, and a small scuffle ensued. We then sought help from two patrolling officers nearby, and complained to them. The cops slapped the two men. They then left.