On Saturday, Delhi police apprehended several demonstrators, including Neha Bora, the national president of AISA, and Yogendra Yadav, a member of Swaraj India, during their march towards Jantar Mantar. The protestors were demanding the resignation of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar.
The previous day, Bora and Yadav were among approximately 550 individuals who faced detention while attempting to reach Jantar Mantar for a similar demonstration.
Authorities stated that they had not authorized the protests on either occasion.
During the march on Saturday, protestors gathered for the second consecutive day to voice their discontent towards the Chief Election Commissioner, beginning their procession towards Jantar Mantar. Alongside Bora and Yadav were student activists, Rajya Sabha MP Kapil Sibal, and advocate Prashant Bhushan. They managed to pass the initial barricades before police intervened near Jantar Mantar Road, subsequently transporting them into buses.
While being detained, Bora and her fellow protestors were observed chanting slogans.
Despite two days of protest attempts at Jantar Mantar, security measures in Central Delhi have been intensified. Prohibitory orders have been enacted in the New Delhi district, with around 5,000 police and paramilitary personnel deployed and multiple layers of barricades established.
The police have filed three FIRs against unidentified individuals related to the protest on Friday, citing violations of orders issued by public officials, obstruction of public servants in the performance of their duties, and the use of criminal force against these officials, among other charges.
Sakshi Chand serves as an Assistant Editor at The Indian Express in New Delhi. With over ten years of experience in investigative journalism, she is recognized for her expertise in crime, the prison system, and governance issues within the National Capital.
Professional Background
Specialization: Her reporting primarily focuses on serious crime, national security, prison reform, and traffic management.
Key Coverage: Sakshi has reported on significant events, including the 2G spectrum case, the 2020 North-East Delhi riots, and various communal disturbances in Uttar Pradesh.
Earlier Career: Prior to her role at The Indian Express, she worked as a reporter for The Times of India.
Personal Interests: Outside of journalism, Sakshi is an accomplished basketball player and coach, integrating her athletic discipline into her professional pursuits.
Major Recent Coverage (Late 2025)
In the latter part of 2025, her reporting has prominently featured a significant terror investigation and issues of administrative accountability:
1. The Red Fort Blast Investigation
In November and December 2025, Sakshi led the coverage of a car explosion near Delhi’s Red Fort:
– Forensic Breakthroughs: She reported on the materials used in the IED, including TATP and ammonium nitrate, and identified the sources of these materials.
– The “i20 Route”: Sakshi meticulously traced the vehicle’s journey back to a resident of Pulwama who entered Delhi via the Badarpur toll plaza.
– Victim Support: Recently, she reported on the Delhi Police’s efforts to provide a list of affected vehicle owners to the Finance Ministry to expedite their insurance claims.
2. Crime & Police Accountability
In December 2025, she covered a crackdown on syndicates blackmailing traffic police, resulting in five arrests and directives for officers to report such incidents.
– Corruption in the Ranks: She reported on the arrest of five Delhi Police officers by the Vigilance branch following numerous public complaints.
– Cold Cases & International Murders: Sakshi has followed the case of an individual wanted for allegedly killing his wife in London and fleeing to India.
3. Governance & Public Policy
She produced a data-driven feature analyzing the housing situation for Delhi Police personnel and reported on traffic decongestion strategies employed by the Traffic Police.
Signature Style: Sakshi Chand is known for her data-centric and investigative reporting. Her work often incorporates forensic analysis, CCTV footage, and administrative records to provide a comprehensive view of crime stories. Her prison reporting is especially noted for revealing the legal and humanitarian conditions within detention centers and local jails.
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