Rahul Gandhi Demands Accountability for Police Brutality Against Delhi Student Protesters
On July 20, 2026, Delhi Police and Rapid Action Force violently cracked down on student protesters marching peacefully toward Parliament over a medical exam paper leak. Hundreds were injured, including a student who may lose an eye, after security forces used pellet guns, tear gas, and batons. Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi wrote to Home Minister Amit Shah, demanding accountability and an independent inquiry, accusing Shah of authorizing lethal force. The opposition plans to raise the issue in Parliament, escalating political tensions.
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Rahul Gandhi Accuses Amit Shah of Responsibility for Police Action Against Students
On August 5, 2026, Leader of the Opposition Rahul Gandhi accused Union Home Minister Amit Shah of being directly responsible for alleged police excesses against students protesting examination paper leaks. Speaking outside Sonia Gandhi's residence, Gandhi praised the students for their courage in speaking publicly despite facing harassment, stating they showed greater bravery than the country's top leadership. He argued that Shah either ordered the crackdown (making him culpable) or was unaware (making him incompetent). Students including Rhiya Ahir, Nutan Topo, Farha Naz, and others recounted experiences of being beaten, pellet-fired upon, and labeled 'anti-national' during the July 20 protest at Jantar Mantar. Gandhi called for Shah to explain the incident in Parliament, accusing him of lacking courage and decency.
BJP alleges Rahul Gandhi spread misinformation on police action, demands apology
The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), through MP and spokesperson Sambit Patra, demanded an apology from Leader of the Opposition Rahul Gandhi for allegedly spreading misinformation about police action during student protests in Delhi. Patra accused Gandhi of falsely claiming in Lok Sabha that bullets were fired at a student march to Parliament on July 20, 2026, and that Home Minister Amit Shah ordered the firing. Patra argued that such decisions are made by local magistrates, not the Home Minister. Additionally, Patra criticized Gandhi for dividing Jantar Mantar protesters into 'students', 'idiots', and 'andhbhakt' (blind devotees), and for repeatedly using the unparliamentary word 'idiot' in the House. Patra also rejected Gandhi's claims that his microphone was switched off and that Shah was 'trembling', asserting that the government is focused on Gen Z concerns. The BJP leader further accused Congress of trying to lower armed forces morale by alleging they tore girls' clothes during protests.
Rahul Gandhi demands Amit Shah's resignation over police brutality during Delhi student protests
Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi escalated confrontation with the Narendra Modi government by demanding the dismissal of Union Home Minister Amit Shah over alleged police brutality against student protesters on July 20, 2026. During a press conference at Congress headquarters, Gandhi accused Shah of either ordering or being unaware of the use of lethal weapons like pellet guns, shock batons, and lathis with nails against students marching towards Parliament. He claimed one student may lose an eye from pellet gun injuries and presented video evidence of assaults on women and minors. Gandhi reiterated demands for a Supreme Court-monitored independent inquiry, criticized Shah's absence from Parliament during the debate, and vowed the Opposition would ensure justice for all injured students. He also refused to apologize for his remarks against Shah and criticized the Public Examinations Bill passed by the Lok Sabha.
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Rahul Gandhi accuses Amit Shah of ordering police brutality against Delhi student protesters
Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi held a press conference on July 29, 2026, accusing Union Home Minister Amit Shah of ordering police brutality against student protesters in Delhi. Gandhi stated he was repeatedly denied the chance to speak in the Lok Sabha on the issue, while BJP members were allowed to speak. He displayed images of injured students, claiming pellet guns and batons with nails were used, and that one protester may lose eyesight. Gandhi alleged plainclothes officers were present and that face recognition technology and Bajrang Dal were being used to intimidate students. He declared he would never apologize to the BJP or RSS, asserting his right as LoP to raise national issues.
Who is Responsible for the June 20 Police Brutalities in New Delhi?
The article reports on the July 20, 2026, violent crackdown by Delhi Police and the Rapid Action Force (RAF) against student protesters in New Delhi. The protests were triggered by a medical entrance exam paper leak and demanded the resignation of Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan. Congress leader Rahul Gandhi sent a letter to Home Minister Amit Shah, seeking accountability for the use of lethal force, including pellet guns and batons, against peaceful student marchers. Video evidence shows officers beating protesters, including women, and using shock batons. The RAF reportedly fired 55 non-electrical shells and 15 electrical shells. Gandhi's letter questions whether Shah authorized the force and who deployed plainclothes officers. The article argues that as head of the Union Home Ministry, which oversees Delhi Police and the RAF, Shah bears ultimate responsibility for the brutality.
Rahul Gandhi asks Amit Shah if he authorised lethal force against student protesters
Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi has written to Union Home Minister Amit Shah demanding accountability for the alleged use of lethal force, including pellet guns and tear gas, against students peacefully protesting in Delhi on July 20, 2026. Gandhi accused security forces of a 'barbaric assault,' citing serious injuries to hundreds, including women students targeted in private parts, and a 19-year-old student who may lose his eyesight from pellet wounds. He asked Shah if he authorised the use of lethal weapons and who deployed plainclothes personnel. Opposition parties plan to raise the issue in Parliament on July 27, demanding an apology from Prime Minister Modi. The CRPF Director General stated a post-event assessment would be conducted. The article also notes broader opposition efforts to corner the government over 'chadhawa chori' and ethanol blending policy.
Rahul Gandhi writes to Amit Shah, demands accountability for ‘barbaric’ assault on students
Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi has written to Home Minister Amit Shah demanding accountability for the July 20, 2026, police assault on peacefully protesting students in Delhi. Gandhi condemned the use of lethal force, including pellet guns and tear gas, which left hundreds injured, including a journalist and a 19-year-old student, Sahil Lochab, who may lose an eye. He questioned whether Shah approved the use of such force and who authorized plainclothes personnel seen beating students. Gandhi called for action against those responsible and demanded Prime Minister Modi apologize. He emphasized that peaceful protest is a democratic right and that the country is demanding answers.