Kayastha Pathshala Trust revokes permission for Rahul Gandhi's student event in Prayagraj
The Kayastha Pathshala Trust has cancelled the permission previously granted for Rahul Gandhi's 'Chhatron Ki Goonj' student interaction event, which was scheduled to take place on August 8 at the KP College ground in Prayagraj. The trust cited concerns regarding waterlogging and adherence to an Allahabad High Court order restricting the use of the grounds to sports and educational activities. Rahul Gandhi and Congress leaders have alleged that the cancellation was politically motivated and intended to suppress student voices.
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What Happened
The Kayastha Pathshala Trust, which manages the KP College ground in Prayagraj, revoked the booking for a student outreach event featuring Leader of the Opposition Rahul Gandhi. The trust stated that the decision was based on an Allahabad High Court directive that limits the use of the college grounds to sports and educational purposes. Additionally, the trust cited poor ground conditions caused by recent rainfall as a factor in the cancellation of the event, which was originally planned for August 8.
Rahul Gandhi and other Congress party members have publicly criticized the move, characterizing it as an attempt by the administration and the ruling party to stifle student dissent. The Congress party has linked the cancellation to broader concerns regarding the treatment of students at Allahabad University, including issues of fee hikes and legal actions against protesters. The incident has sparked a political exchange between the Congress and the BJP regarding the freedom to hold public meetings.
Key Facts
- The 'Chhatron Ki Goonj' event was scheduled for August 8 in Prayagraj.
- The Kayastha Pathshala Trust manages the KP College ground where the event was to be held.
- The trust cited an Allahabad High Court order restricting the ground's use to sports and educational activities.
- The trust also cited waterlogging due to recent rains as a reason for the cancellation.
- Rahul Gandhi alleged that the government is attempting to suppress the voice of students.
- Congress leaders claimed the cancellation occurred under political pressure.
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