Archive · 27 Jul 2026
RJD MP Seeks FIRs Against Police for Firing on Protesters in Bihar
RJD MP Manoj Kumar Jha has asked the Supreme Court to take action against police officers who shot at protesters in Bihar.
The protesters were demonstrating against problems in exams and demanding the resignation of a minister.
Three people were hurt when the police fired at them.
The MP wants the police to be punished and the injured protesters to be compensated.
The protests started in Delhi and spread to other places, including Bihar.
The police say they had to use force because the protesters were violent.
RJD MP Manoj Kumar Jha filed a petition in the Supreme Court seeking FIRs against police officers who fired at protesters in Bihar.
Protests were held in Bihar in solidarity with demonstrations in Delhi demanding the resignation of Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan.
Three protesters were injured when police opened fire during demonstrations in Bihar's Siwan district.
The police also fired during violent protests in Jehanabad on July 20.
Jha's petition seeks compensation for the injured and directions to state governments not to intimidate protesters.
- Who
- RJD MP Manoj Kumar Jha, protesters, Bihar Police
- What
- Protests against alleged irregularities in competitive examinations and police firing on protesters
- When
- July 20-25, 2023
- Where
- Bihar (Siwan and Jehanabad districts), Delhi
- Why
- Protesters demanded the resignation of Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan and action against police for excessive force.
Protesters and RJD MP
Police and Government
Use of Force
Protesters and RJD MP
Police used excessive force against protesters, including firing shots, which is unjustified and requires accountability.
Police and Government
Police action was necessary to control violent protests where demonstrators allegedly threw stones at security personnel.
Legal Action
Protesters and RJD MP
FIRs should be registered against police officers involved in the incidents to ensure justice and prevent future excesses.
Police and Government
Police actions were within the scope of maintaining law and order, and no legal action is warranted.
- Date of Protests
- July 20-25, 2023
- Location
- Bihar (Siwan and Jehanabad districts)
- Injured Protesters
- 3
- Arrested Protesters
- 450
- Petitioner
- Manoj Kumar Jha (RJD MP)
- Resigned Minister
- Dharmendra Pradhan (Union Education Minister)
- Protest Duration in Delhi
- June 6 - July 20, 2023
