Archive · 20 Jul 2026
Priyanka Gandhi Criticizes Police Action on Student Protesters
Students and activists in New Delhi were protesting against problems in the education policy and recent exam paper leaks.
They tried to march towards Parliament but were stopped by the police, who used tear gas and batons.
Priyanka Gandhi, a leader from the Congress party, criticized the government for using force against the students, saying that Parliament belongs to them and not to anyone's personal control.
The protests caused chaos in the area, with internet shutdowns and multiple injuries.
The first day of the Monsoon session of Parliament was disrupted by these protests.
Students and activists protested against education policy issues and exam paper leaks in New Delhi.
Police used tear gas and lathi-charges to disperse protesters marching towards Parliament.
Priyanka Gandhi criticized the government for using force against students, stating Parliament belongs to them.
Protests caused chaos in central Delhi, with internet shutdowns and multiple injuries.
The Monsoon session of Parliament was disrupted by opposition members protesting the crackdown.
- Who
- Students, activists, and Congress general secretary Priyanka Gandhi Vadra
- What
- Protests against education policy and police crackdown
- When
- Monday, during the Monsoon session of Parliament
- Where
- New Delhi, near Parliament
- Why
- Protesters were marching towards Parliament to voice concerns over exam paper leaks and education policy issues
- Location
- New Delhi
- Protesters
- Students and activists
- Protest Trigger
- Exam paper leaks and education policy issues
- Police Action
- Tear gas and lathi-charges
- Key Figure
- Priyanka Gandhi Vadra
- Parliament Session
- Monsoon session
- Internet Shutdown
- Yes, in large parts of the area