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Opposition MPs demand discussion on police action against NEET protesters
Opposition MPs in India have asked for a discussion in Parliament about the police's actions during a protest by students.
The students were protesting against problems with the NEET exams, like paper leaks.
The MPs say the police used too much force, hurting many students.
The police say they had to control the crowd.
The opposition wants the government to explain and take action, while the government might say they are handling it properly.
Opposition MPs raised adjournment motions in both Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha over Delhi Police's action against NEET protesters.
Protesters alleged excessive use of force, including pellet guns and shock batons, causing injuries and permanent damage.
Congress MPs moved notices in both Houses, demanding a discussion on the alleged misuse of force.
The government plans to introduce the Public Examinations (Prevention of Unfair Means) Amendment Bill, 2026, to address exam irregularities.
Opposition leaders questioned the Home Minister and Prime Minister about the use of force and the identity of individuals in plain clothes involved in the protest.
- Who
- Opposition MPs, Delhi Police, NEET protesters
- What
- Adjournment motions raised in Parliament over police action against NEET protesters
- Where
- New Delhi, India
- When
- July 20 (protest), July 25 (Education Minister's resignation), Monday (adjournment motions)
- Why
- To discuss the alleged excessive use of force by Delhi Police against students protesting NEET paper leaks and irregularities
Opposition MPs
Government and Delhi Police
Use of Force
Opposition MPs
Opposition MPs allege that the Delhi Police used excessive, inhumane, and unprovoked force against peaceful protesters, including pellet guns and shock batons, causing injuries and permanent damage to some students.
Government and Delhi Police
The government and Delhi Police maintain that force was necessary to control unruly crowds and ensure public order.
Need for Discussion
Opposition MPs
Opposition MPs argue that an immediate discussion in Parliament is necessary to address the alleged misuse of force and hold authorities accountable.
Government and Delhi Police
The government may argue that the matter is being handled appropriately through existing legal and administrative channels.
Key facts
- Date of Protest
- July 20
- Location of Protest
- Jantar Mantar, New Delhi
- Injuries Reported
- Several protesters and policemen injured, some with permanent eyesight impairment
- Adjournment Motions
- Raised by opposition MPs in both Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha
- Bill Introduction
- Public Examinations (Prevention of Unfair Means) Amendment Bill, 2026
Quotes
Parliamentary Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju
Minister for Parliamentary Affairs, ruling party
“Security forces deployed in Delhi answer ultimately to you, so I ask: As Home Minister, did you approve the use of lethal force including pellet guns against students? If not, who did? Are the people in plain clothes seen beating students with lathis police personnel or volunteers? Who authorized their deployment?”
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telegraphindia.com
“All members have come prepared and several from the Opposition have also submitted amendments. This is an important bill, one that is vital for the lives of children, youth and students. Yet, the Congress and some of its allies are preventing a discussion.”
telegraphindia.com
Sources
Congress moves adjournment and suspension of business notices in both Houses
Opposition MPs raise adjournment motions in Parliament over Delhi Police's action against NEET protesters
Opposition targets Amit Shah over 'use of pellet guns' against NEET protesters - Telegraph India
Congress Moves Adjournment Notices Over Police Action on Students
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