Delhi Police fact-checks reports of protester's death at Jantar Mantar: ‘She’s stable'

Sakshi was injured in a stampede-like situation at the July 20 march after the police began lathi-charging protestors on site. In a fresh announcement, Delhi Police called on citizens to exercise caution while sharing information on social media. Taking to X on Thursday, the police added that the reports regarding the death of a female protestor at Jantar Mantar are false.Taking to X on Thursday, the police added that the reports regarding the death of a female protestor at Jantar Mantar are false. (PTI)"It is hereby informed that the woman is alive and is currently admitted to Ram Manohar Lohia (RML) Hospital. The attending doctors have confirmed that her condition is stable and that she is out of danger," said the notice issued by Delhi Police. Track live updates on the CJP protests here"Delhi Police urges all citizens to exercise caution while consuming & sharing information on social media. Responsible digital behaviour begins with verifying facts through official channels before forwarding any content," the police wrote on social media.Woman in ICU taken off ventilator, says RMLAs reported by HT earlier, 21-year-old Sakshi, who was injured during the Monday protest at Jantar Mantar and was admitted to the intensive care unit (ICU) of the Ram Manohar Lohia Hospital, has shown significant improvement in her condition.“She has been taken off the ventilator and is breathing on her own. She is conscious and responding to commands. Her MRI scans of the brain and spine is normal,” said a bulletin issued by the hospital.Sakshi was injured in a stampede-like situation at the July 20 march after the police began lathi-charging protestors on site.“Some people fell, leading to a stampede-like situation. Sakshi got trapped in the crowd, and we quickly picked her up. Two MBBS students helped provide CPR near the office. They said she looked critical and was not responding properly,” said Abhay, a DU student who helped take her to the hospital.Follow the latest breaking news, major developments and agenda-setting stories from India and around the world with the newsdesk at Hindustan Times. Operating round the clock, the desk brings together experienced editors, reporters and correspondents to deliver fast, accurate and contextual reporting across subjects that influence public policy, governance, business, society and international affairs. The HT News Desk covers politics, elections, government policies, the economy, business and markets, science and technology, the environment, law and order, infrastructure, education, climate issues and geopolitics, while closely tracking developments across states, institutions and global capitals. The team also leads coverage of major breaking news events, policy announcements, court proceedings, natural disasters, public emergencies and significant international developments. Reports published by the newsdesk are based on information gathered from reporters on the ground, official statements, government agencies, court records, regulatory filings, recognised institutions and other authoritative sources. Stories undergo editorial scrutiny and verification processes to ensure accuracy, fairness and relevance, and are updated as events evolve and additional information becomes available. Whether covering a key political decision in New Delhi, an economic policy shift affecting millions, a landmark court ruling or a major global event, the HT News Desk aims to provide readers with reliable, fact-based journalism that delivers not only the latest developments but also the context and analysis needed to understand their wider implications.Read More