A stark failure in women’s protection has prompted urgent legal action. Rajd member Sudhakar Singh has approached the Delhi High Court with a PIL, exposing the Delhi Commission for Women’s complete shutdown since early 2024.
Post Swati Maliwal’s Rajya Sabha stint, no chairperson has been appointed. Membership gaps persist, and the dismissal of 223 staffers in May has gutted operations. Counseling, rape crisis intervention, and grievance redressal—all gone.
With rising atrocities against women in Delhi, this void is unforgivable. The plea invokes constitutional safeguards—Articles 14, 15(3), and 21—blasting government inaction for infringing on basic rights to equality, protection, and life.
Relief sought includes immediate full restoration: appoint leaders, rehire staff, restart services. Future-proofing via judicial oversight is also requested to avoid repeats.
Previously, DCW stood as a frontline defender, offering solace and justice pathways. Today, its silence amplifies victims’ despair. This case could force accountability, compelling authorities to rebuild what they’ve let crumble.
