The Delhi Commission for Women (DCW) has taken proactive measures by addressing the issue of online trolling and abuse directed towards the sister of Indian cricketer Shubman Gill. In response, DCW has issued a notice to the Delhi Police, requesting the filing of a First Information Report (FIR). The Delhi Police has been instructed to provide a comprehensive report on the actions taken regarding the matter by May 26.
The notice sent by DCW emphasized that the social media posts targeting Shubman Gill’s sister were explicit, misogynistic, threatening, and extremely abusive. DCW has called for immediate and necessary action to be taken in this regard. The posts in question, appearing on platforms such as Twitter and Instagram, were deemed as criminal acts due to their obscene and threatening nature, including explicit threats of rape and assault against Shubman Gill’s sister.
It added, “Some screenshots of such posts arc enclosed herewith. This is a very serious matter and attracts urgent action. In view of the same, please provide the following information to the Commission”.
DCW had also demanded the FIR copy, details of identified and arrested accused, details of steps taken in case of no arrest and a detailed action taken report.
Notably, Shubman Gill as well as his sister Shahneel Gill were allegedly abused on social media after the match between Gujarat Titans and Royal Challengers Bangalore in the ongoing Indian Premiere League.Gill guided his team to a thrilling six-wicket victory with his unbeaten century, pushing RCB out of the competition.