JP Nadda denies reports of police firing at Jantar Mantar protest
Union Minister JP Nadda has rejected claims made by Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi regarding a reported police firing incident at Jantar Mantar. During a press conference in New Delhi on Monday, Nadda described the allegations as false and baseless, accusing the Congress leader of misleading the public and deliberately disrupting parliamentary proceedings. Nadda stated that the government remains open to discussing all issues raised by the opposition in Parliament.
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What Happened
Union Minister JP Nadda held a press conference on Monday to address allegations made by Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi regarding a police firing incident at Jantar Mantar. Nadda explicitly denied that any such firing occurred during the student protests, labeling the claims as irresponsible and devoid of facts. He further accused Rahul Gandhi of spreading misinformation to confuse the public.
Beyond the specific denial, Nadda criticized the opposition for disrupting parliamentary sessions over the past fifteen days. He urged the Congress leader to bring these concerns to the floor of Parliament for a formal debate rather than making external allegations. Nadda reiterated that the government is prepared to provide responses to all issues raised by the opposition within the legislative framework.
Key Facts
- JP Nadda held a press conference in New Delhi on Monday.Source not recorded
- Nadda denied that police fired at students protesting at Jantar Mantar.Source not recorded
- Nadda accused Rahul Gandhi of misleading the public with false claims.Source not recorded
- Nadda alleged that Rahul Gandhi has been disrupting Parliament for 15 days.Source not recorded
- The government stated it is willing to discuss issues raised by the opposition in Parliament.Source not recorded
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- EastCarried1 of 5
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- SouthCarried1 of 10
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