'Why Is PM Modi Silent?' Rahul Gandhi Demands Apology After CJP Protest Lathicharge
Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi on Tuesday intensified his attack on the Centre over the police action against students participating in the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) protest in Delhi. After meeting injured protesters at Ram Manohar Lohia (RML) Hospital, Gandhi questioned Prime Minister Narendra Modi's silence and demanded that he publicly apologise to the students.
The Congress leader alleged that students seeking answers over issues related to the country's examination system were met with force instead of dialogue. His remarks came a day after violent clashes broke out during the CJP's "Sansad Chalo" march, which left several protesters injured and led to multiple detentions.
"Why is the Prime Minister silent? He should apologise to the students," Gandhi said, adding that the treatment of young people demanding accountability was "completely un-Indian." He also called for a detailed discussion in Parliament on the police action during the ongoing Monsoon Session.
The Congress MP further alleged that students were assaulted merely for raising legitimate concerns about their future and demanded accountability from the government.
Delhi Police stopped the march using barricades, batons and tear gas after protesters allegedly attempted to breach security restrictions. According to officials, several FIRs have been registered in connection with violence and vandalism during the protest, while dozens of protesters were detained.
Multiple media reports said nearly 180 people, including protesters and police personnel, sustained injuries during the clashes.
Dipke admitted that he "could have done better" to protect participants and announced that the organisation would no longer organise marches towards Parliament if it meant risking further injuries to young protesters. However, he maintained that the movement itself would continue through other democratic means.
The opposition has demanded an independent inquiry into the alleged use of excessive force and has sought accountability for those responsible for the injuries sustained by protesters.
With Parliament in session and the issue dominating political discourse, the confrontation over the CJP protests is expected to remain a major flashpoint in the days ahead
The Congress leader alleged that students seeking answers over issues related to the country's examination system were met with force instead of dialogue. His remarks came a day after violent clashes broke out during the CJP's "Sansad Chalo" march, which left several protesters injured and led to multiple detentions.
Rahul Gandhi Questions PM Modi 's Silence
Speaking after visiting the injured students, Rahul Gandhi said the Prime Minister should apologise for what he described as an unjustified crackdown on young protesters."Why is the Prime Minister silent? He should apologise to the students," Gandhi said, adding that the treatment of young people demanding accountability was "completely un-Indian." He also called for a detailed discussion in Parliament on the police action during the ongoing Monsoon Session.
The Congress MP further alleged that students were assaulted merely for raising legitimate concerns about their future and demanded accountability from the government.
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Police Action During CJP Protest Sparks Political Storm
The controversy erupted after thousands of CJP supporters attempted to march towards Parliament, demanding the resignation of Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan over alleged irregularities in competitive examinations and repeated paper leak controversies.Delhi Police stopped the march using barricades, batons and tear gas after protesters allegedly attempted to breach security restrictions. According to officials, several FIRs have been registered in connection with violence and vandalism during the protest, while dozens of protesters were detained.
Multiple media reports said nearly 180 people, including protesters and police personnel, sustained injuries during the clashes.
Abhijeet Dipke Apologises to Supporters
A day after the clashes, CJP founder Abhijeet Dipke apologised to supporters who were injured during the protest, particularly women protesters.Dipke admitted that he "could have done better" to protect participants and announced that the organisation would no longer organise marches towards Parliament if it meant risking further injuries to young protesters. However, he maintained that the movement itself would continue through other democratic means.
Opposition Rallies Behind Students
Rahul Gandhi's remarks have added fresh political pressure on the BJP-led government. Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge, Priyanka Gandhi Vadra and several opposition leaders have also criticised the police action, accusing the Centre of suppressing peaceful protests instead of addressing students' concerns.The opposition has demanded an independent inquiry into the alleged use of excessive force and has sought accountability for those responsible for the injuries sustained by protesters.
Government Yet to Respond to Rahul Gandhi's Demand
As of Tuesday evening, Prime Minister Narendra Modi had not publicly responded to Rahul Gandhi's demand for an apology. The Delhi Police have defended their actions, stating that they acted to maintain law and order after protesters allegedly violated security restrictions near Parliament and that investigations into the violence are ongoing.With Parliament in session and the issue dominating political discourse, the confrontation over the CJP protests is expected to remain a major flashpoint in the days ahead
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