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Param Vir Chakra Awardees Support Student Protests

Param Vir Chakra Awardees Support Student Protests
Param Vir Chakra Yogendra Singh Yadav: 'When Youth Stand Up, Governments Have To Listen' · rediff.com

Two brave soldiers who received the Param Vir Chakra, the highest gallantry award in India, have supported students who are protesting in New Delhi.

The students are demanding the resignation of a government official and accountability for police brutality during their protests.

The soldiers say the students' demands are legitimate and that the government should punish those responsible for the violence.

The prime minister has promised to start a dialogue with the students to address their concerns.

The soldiers advise the students to stay peaceful and trust the prime minister's assurances.

They also warn that the longer the protests continue, the more likely it is that troublemakers will join and cause problems.

The soldiers emphasize that the students are the future of the nation and their concerns about the education system must be taken seriously.

Key facts

Location
Jantar Mantar, New Delhi
Date
July 24, 2026
Key Figures
Param Vir Chakra awardees Yogendra Singh Yadav and Bana Singh
Prime Minister's Statement
The prime minister has assured dialogue and reforms, including fast-track courts.
Student Demands
Resignation of Dharmendra Pradhan, accountability for police brutality, and improvements in the education system.

Quotes

Param Vir Chakra awardee Honorary Captain Yogendra Singh Yadav

Retired Indian Army officer, youngest recipient of Param Vir Chakra

“"Once the conversation with students begins, the demand for Dharmendra Pradhan's resignation will also be taken up with them, I am sure. The government is responding to their demands. It indicates that the thought process is changing."”
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