Archive · 25 Jul 2026
RAF investigates force claims during Delhi protests
The Rapid Action Force (RAF) is looking into claims that they used too much force and pellet guns during student protests in Delhi.
The protests were organized by the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) and demanded the resignation of the Union Education Minister, Dharmendra Pradhan, over a question paper leak.
Videos show RAF personnel using guns and sticks, and protesters attacking them.
The RAF says they only use pellet guns in very dangerous situations and follow strict rules.
At least three people have been hurt by pellet injuries since January.
The Delhi Police says they don't use pellet guns, but the RAF is still checking the videos and incidents.
The RAF has also told its officers not to talk to the press about the protests.
Rapid Action Force (RAF) investigating allegations of excessive force and pellet gun use during Delhi protests.
Protests organized by Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) demanding resignation of Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan.
RAF verifying videos showing use of force by personnel and attacks on them by protesters.
Pellet guns used only in extreme situations according to RAF standard operating procedures.
At least three persons treated for pellet injuries since January 20.
- Who
- Rapid Action Force (RAF), protesters, Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan
- What
- Investigation into allegations of excessive force and pellet gun use during protests
- When
- July 20, 2024
- Where
- Delhi, India
- Why
- To verify the sequence of events and incidents during the protests
Protesters
Rapid Action Force
Use of Force
Protesters
Protesters claim excessive force was used, including pellet guns, causing injuries.
Rapid Action Force
RAF states pellet guns are used only in extreme situations and according to standard operating procedures.
Incident Verification
Protesters
Protesters allege RAF personnel attacked them without provocation.
Rapid Action Force
RAF is verifying incidents where personnel were attacked by protesters.
- Date of Protests
- July 20, 2024
- Protest Organizers
- Cockroach Janta Party (CJP)
- Demands
- Resignation of Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan
- Injuries Reported
- At least three persons treated for pellet gun injuries
- RAF Equipment
- 12-bore pump-action pellet guns with deflectors
- CRPF Directive
- Avoid use of pellet guns at Jantar Mantar
Sources
RAF launches probe into alleged pellet gun use, excessive force during Delhi student protests
CJP protest: 3 treated for pellet injuries, CRPF probes chain of events, role of Rapid Action Force
RAF probes use of excessive force, pellet guns during Delhi protests
Rapid Action Force investigates claims of pellet gun use, excessive force against protesters - Telegraph India
RAF Pellet Use Under Probe
