Amnesty Report: Indian Police Use Excessive Force Against Youth Protests
Reports indicate that the Indian police unlawfully used excessive force against young protesters in New Delhi, including the use of stun devices, air rifles, gas canisters, and hand grenades during demonstrations over leaked medical college entrance exam questions. These protests escalated into clashes and violence in July. Amnesty International confirmed that video evidence and testimonies showed instances of the police using lethal force unlawfully, despite police claims that force was only used after protesters resorted to violence. Criticism and tensions increased further after the Supreme Court convened a hearing to investigate police and protester violence. These are the largest protests since Prime Minister Narendra Modi's third term began in 2024, focusing on issues such as unemployment and political unrest.
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