Two Women, One Name: Lookalike Mix-Up Confuses Delhi Police During Protest

A woman resembling AISA national president Neha Bora was reportedly mistaken for the activist at RK Ashram Metro Station, while the real Neha was seen near Connaught Place

(SDNA) New Delhi: An unusual case of mistaken identity during a protest in the national capital has sparked widespread discussion on social media. The incident involved Neha Bora, national president of the All India Students’ Association (AISA), and another woman who reportedly bore a striking resemblance to her.

According to reports, police personnel deployed at RK Ashram Metro Station on Sunday amid preparations for a planned protest attempted to detain a woman they believed to be Neha Bora. The woman, reportedly wearing a red cloth, a mask and dark sunglasses, was later identified as her lookalike, creating confusion over the activist’s whereabouts.

Real Neha Bora Spotted Near Connaught Place

While the identity mix-up was unfolding at RK Ashram Metro Station, Neha Bora was reportedly seen moving towards Connaught Place alongside other protesters.

Videos and photographs circulating on social media subsequently helped clarify the situation, drawing attention to the striking resemblance between the two women.

Reports further indicated that Neha Bora was later detained near Vijay Chowk. The incident also coincided with the reported detention of around 50 people in connection with the protest.

Neha Calls It a Coincidence

Following the incident, Neha Bora reportedly shared a photograph with the woman who resembles her, describing the episode as a “story of two Nehas.”

She indicated that the resemblance was simply a coincidence rather than part of any planned strategy. The episode quickly attracted attention online, with users discussing how the similarity between the two women had reportedly led to confusion during the police operation.

Social Media Reacts to the Unusual Episode

The incident prompted a range of reactions, with some social media users questioning the identification process, while others viewed the episode as an extraordinary coincidence.

The “two Nehas” episode has since become a talking point, highlighting how a case of mistaken identity can create confusion during a high-profile public demonstration.

(SDNA) — News Desk