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Rahul Gandhi criticises Amit Shah over police action against student protesters

Leader of the Opposition Rahul Gandhi held Union Home Minister Amit Shah responsible for alleged police violence against students who protested at Jantar Mantar. During a press conference in New Delhi, Gandhi met with several students who reported facing physical assault and harassment following their demonstrations against the education system and examination irregularities. Gandhi accused the Home Minister of avoiding accountability in Parliament regarding these incidents.

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What Happened

Leader of the Opposition Rahul Gandhi held a press conference in New Delhi alongside five students who participated in recent protests at Jantar Mantar. The students, including Nutan Toppo, Bharat Banait, Muskan Sharma, Riya Ahir, and Farah Naz, alleged they faced police violence and cyber harassment while demonstrating against the education system and examination issues. Gandhi stated that the students were targeted for defending the Constitution and protecting the idea of India.

Gandhi criticised Union Home Minister Amit Shah, alleging that he lacks the courage to address the incidents in Parliament. The opposition has been raising concerns regarding the treatment of protesters during the monsoon session. Priyanka Gandhi Vadra also demanded that the Home Minister accept responsibility for the police actions taken against the students, asserting that the government is accountable to the public.

Key Facts

  1. Rahul Gandhi met with five students who reported facing police action and harassment.Source not recorded
  2. The students were involved in protests at Jantar Mantar and other locations.Source not recorded
  3. Rahul Gandhi accused Amit Shah of being responsible for the violence against the protesters.Source not recorded
  4. Priyanka Gandhi Vadra called for the Home Minister to accept responsibility for police conduct.Source not recorded
  5. The students involved include Nutan Toppo, Bharat Banait, Muskan Sharma, Riya Ahir, and Farah Naz.Source not recorded

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