Mumbai: A complaint has been filed against a woman who confronted Girish Mahajan over a traffic jam caused by a political rally in Mumbai, police said on Friday.
The complaint was submitted at Worli Police Station by Zen Sadavarte, daughter of advocate Gunaratna Sadavarte.
No FIR registered, clarify police
While the complaint has been received, the Mumbai Police clarified that no First Information Report (FIR) has been registered in the matter so far.
Officials also urged the public to avoid spreading misinformation on social media, emphasising the importance of verifying facts through official channels.
Incident during BJP rally
The incident took place in the upscale Worli area during a rally organised by the Bharatiya Janata Party.
The rally was held to protest against opposition parties over the delay in implementing 33 per cent reservation for women in the Lok Sabha and state assemblies.
During the event, an agitated woman confronted Mahajan while he was speaking to reporters, criticising the rally for causing traffic congestion and inconvenience to commuters.
Heated exchange draws attention
Eyewitnesses said the woman raised her voice and questioned why the rally could not be conducted at a designated open ground instead of busy public roads.
“Get out of here. You are causing a traffic jam,” she was heard telling the minister, reflecting the frustration of commuters caught in the disruption.
The exchange quickly drew public attention, with reactions pouring in both in support of the woman’s concerns and criticism of her language.
Allegations in complaint
In her complaint, Zen Sadavarte alleged that the woman created a disturbance, used abusive language, and obstructed the rally proceedings.
She has urged police to register a case under various provisions of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, including sections related to obstructing public servants, intentional insult, and public mischief.
Mixed reactions from leaders
Earlier, Girish Mahajan acknowledged that the woman’s frustration over traffic disruption was justified “to some extent”, but criticised her choice of words as inappropriate. He also indicated that he did not favour initiating legal action against her.
Meanwhile, Ritu Tawde expressed regret over the inconvenience caused to commuters due to the rally.
Action against organisers
Police have, however, registered a case against the rally organisers for alleged violation of norms, shifting focus to accountability in managing public events.
Conclusion
The incident highlights the growing tension between political activities and public convenience in urban areas. While the woman’s outburst reflects citizen frustration, the response from authorities underscores the need to balance democratic expression with civic order.