Rahul Gandhi Attacks Government Over Jantar Mantar Student Action

Rahul Gandhi Slams Government Over Police Action on Students

New Delhi | August 5, 2026

Senior Congress leader Rahul Gandhi launched a scathing attack on the central government on Wednesday, vehemently condemning the police action against students protesting peacefully at Jantar Mantar.

Addressing a press conference, Gandhi stated that students' voices should not be suppressed in a democracy, but rather their problems should be resolved. He alleged that using force against students demonstrating for their legitimate demands is undemocratic.

He emphasized that the youth are the future of the country and it is the government's responsibility to listen to their concerns seriously. Gandhi declared that irregularities in competitive examinations and incidents like paper leaks are playing with the future of millions of students, and hardworking students deserve justice.

Demand for Reforms in Examination System

The Congress leader reiterated his long-standing demand for transparency, fairness, and accountability in the examination system. He asserted that there should be a system where no student faces injustice.

Rahul Gandhi appealed for sensitivity towards the students injured during the protest at Jantar Mantar and urged the government to engage in dialogue to find solutions to their demands.

Issue to be Raised in Parliament Session

Earlier, Rahul Gandhi and Congress General Secretary Priyanka Gandhi Vadra had met the injured students at Jantar Mantar to inquire about their well-being. They assured the students that the Congress would raise their issues in Parliament and on public platforms.

Student organizations are demanding reforms in the examination system, an investigation into alleged irregularities, and action against those responsible. The opposition is also preparing to confront the government on this issue during the Parliament's monsoon session.

Political heat has intensified following Rahul Gandhi's press conference. The Congress views this issue as connected to students' rights and the future of the youth. Meanwhile, the government has stated that it will respond to the matter based on facts.