Overview

• The attack occurred on June 17 in a Sector 17 residence in Faridabad, where CCTV footage shows Deepali Jain repeatedly slapping cook Shyama Devi.
• Shyama alleged she was slapped without provocation, suffered nosebleeds and swelling, and endured casteist taunts during the assault.
• Police filed an FIR on June 26 and formally booked Deepali Jain, with Assistant Commissioner Vinod Kumar confirming that a full investigation is underway.
• Devi had worked for the household for over two-and-a-half years and reported prior mistreatment, including threats related to her children’s presence.
• The incident has triggered widespread social media calls for tougher protections and legal safeguards for domestic workers across India.