- Rahul Gandhi has demanded the resignation of Prime Minister Modi, Home Minister Amit Shah, and Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan following a police crackdown on a protest by students during the Cockroach Janata Party's (CJP) march.
- Gandhi questioned, 'Why is the Prime Minister silent?' and stated that he plans to meet students injured during the protest, emphasizing the need for accountability from the government.
- More than 100 policemen and over 60 protesters were injured during the police's use of lathicharge and teargas to disperse crowds near Parliament.
- Gandhi criticized the government's handling of the situation, stating that students deserve better treatment and that the police response was 'un-Indian'.
- He further alleged that the education system has been compromised, stating that it has been 'hollowed out by termites' and that students are protesting for their future.
- Gandhi met with injured protesters at Delhi's RML hospital and expressed solidarity with their cause, emphasizing the need for a discussion in Parliament regarding the police action.
- He accused the government of using police force to suppress students who are raising legitimate concerns about their education and examination system.
- Gandhi also highlighted the disparity faced by students, stating that they see extravagant spending by the wealthy while they struggle for opportunities.
Rahul Gandhi has escalated his demands for accountability from Prime Minister Modi, calling for his resignation and that of Home Minister Amit Shah following a violent police crackdown on student protesters. Gandhi stated, "Why is the Prime Minister silent?" and criticized the government's handling of the education crisis.1
The protests erupted as students gathered near Parliament, demanding reforms in the education system, which Gandhi described as "broken" and "hollowed out by termites". Over 100 policemen and 60 protesters were injured during the clashes, which involved lathicharge and teargas.35
Gandhi, alongside Congress MP Priyanka Gandhi, visited injured students at RML hospital, emphasizing the need for a parliamentary discussion on the police action. He accused the government of suppressing dissent, stating, "The point is this is no way to treat the young people of this country." He further alleged that the education system has been compromised in favor of industrialists, saying, "This is about the future of young people."
The Congress party is determined to keep the issue alive in Parliament, with Gandhi asserting, "The Opposition will not let this be buried." He criticized the Speaker's requirement to seek government permission for discussions, highlighting a lack of accountability.
Gandhi's remarks reflect a growing frustration among youth regarding their future prospects, as they face increasing challenges in the education sector amid rising costs and limited opportunities.
“Rahul Gandhi accused the government of using police force to suppress student concerns over a broken education system, calling the response 'un-Indian.' Over 60 protesters and 100 police were injured during Monday's lathicharge outside Parliament.”
