Archive · 23 Jul 2026
Students Protest Paper Leaks in India
Many young people in India are protesting because they are upset about exam papers being leaked.
They want the Education Minister to resign and for the government to take responsibility.
A 13-year-old girl named Umasa joined the protest with her father and friend, saying she wants a better future.
Others, like Ashish and Faraz, are protesting for all students and the idea of India they believe in.
There was violence at the protest, with many people getting hurt.
Congress leaders like Rahul Gandhi also protested and were detained.
The government says the opposition is being selective in their outrage.
Thousands of young people protested at Jantar Mantar in Delhi against exam paper leaks.
Protesters demand the resignation of Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan and government accountability.
A 13-year-old girl, Umasa, joined the protest with her father and friend, seeking a better future.
Violence erupted at the protest site, injuring scores of protesters and police personnel.
Congress leaders Rahul Gandhi and Priyanka Gandhi Vadra protested outside PM Modi's house, demanding Pradhan's resignation.
- Who
- Thousands of young people, including 13-year-old Umasa, Ashish, Faraz, and Congress leaders Rahul Gandhi and Priyanka Gandhi Vadra.
- What
- Protest against paper leaks and demand accountability from the government.
- When
- Protest ongoing, with significant events on Monday and Tuesday.
- Where
- Jantar Mantar, Delhi.
- Why
- To seek accountability for paper leaks and demand resignation of Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan.
Protesters
Government
Accountability for Paper Leaks
Protesters
Protesters demand resignation of Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan and government accountability for paper leaks.
Government
Government accuses opposition of selective outrage and ignores leaks in states where Congress is in power.
- Location
- Jantar Mantar, Delhi
- Protesters
- Thousands of young people
- Key Demands
- Resignation of Dharmendra Pradhan, education reforms, discussion in Parliament
- Injuries
- Scores of protesters and police personnel
- Congress Leaders
- Rahul Gandhi, Priyanka Gandhi Vadra