Alka Lamba Found Guilty Over Women Quota Rally

A Delhi court has delivered a setback to Congress leader Alka Lamba, convicting her for disrupting official duties during a women’s reservation protest last July. The Rouse Avenue Court examined video evidence showing Lamba and her supporters pushing against barricades on Tolstoy Marg despite a clear ban. Prosecutors argued that the action prevented police personnel from maintaining order and blocked access to Parliament. The judge noted that repeated warnings from senior officers were ignored, resulting in the eventual detention of the demonstrators. With sentencing arguments fixed for next month, the verdict has reignited debate over balancing democratic expression with security protocols. Legal experts point out that the charges—ranging from unlawful assembly to disobedience of lawful orders—carry significant implications for political activists. The ruling also underscores the judiciary’s stance on maintaining public order near key government installations.