Archive · 25 Jul 2026
Retired civil servants demand probe into police action on student protesters
A group of retired civil servants wrote a letter to the Prime Minister and Home Minister, expressing shock at the police's use of force against student protesters in New Delhi.
They want an independent investigation into the police actions.
The protesters, mostly students, were demonstrating against unfair examination systems and government mismanagement.
The government has responded by setting up fast-track courts and talking to protest leaders, but the protesters say these steps are not enough.
The retired civil servants also want the government to release detained students and improve examination systems.
Retired civil servants condemn police action against student protesters in New Delhi.
They demand an independent judicial inquiry into the police actions.
Protesters, mostly students, are demanding fair examination systems and government accountability.
The government has responded by setting up fast-track courts and talking to protest leaders.
Protesters reject the government's assurances as insufficient and continue to demand the resignation of the Education Minister.
- Who
- Retired civil servants, student protesters, Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Union Home Minister Amit Shah
- What
- Police action against student protesters and demands for an independent judicial inquiry
- When
- 20 July
- Where
- New Delhi
- Why
- Protesters are demanding fair examination systems and government accountability for police actions.
Constitutional Conduct Group
Government of India
Police Action
Constitutional Conduct Group
The use of pellet guns, electrical batons, and tear gas against unarmed student protesters is excessive and unacceptable.
Government of India
The government has taken steps to address examination irregularities and ensure public safety.
Protest Management
Constitutional Conduct Group
The government failed to manage crowds properly, leading to stampede-like situations.
Government of India
The government is taking measures to improve crowd management and address the root causes of the protests.
- Date of Protest
- 20 July
- Number of Signatories
- 93
- Key Demands
- Independent judicial inquiry, release of detained students, examination reforms, withdrawal of police cases
- Government Response
- Establishment of fast-track courts, draft bill to tighten legal loopholes, termination of officials, talks with protest leaders
- Protest Location
- Jantar Mantar, New Delhi
