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The claim

The video shows DCP Sumit Jha resigning, saying the government pressured him to lie about CJP student protesters.

Rating

FALSE

Reviewed by FACTLY ↗ ·

Original fact check ↗

Original review summary

FACTLY reports that the video pairs authentic footage of DCP Sumit Jha with manipulated audio. The original footage does not show him resigning or saying the government pressured him to lie about CJP protesters.[S1]

Additional context

The authentic Delhi Police video was posted on July 23, 2026, and discussed misinformation campaigns targeting students. [S1]

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Sources and attribution

  1. [S1] FACTLY original review

    Original review · Retrieved October 15, 2026