Congress MPs protest in Parliament complex over alleged 'police brutality' against student protesters, seek Home Minister Amit Shah's apology
Congress MPs, led by Priyanka Gandhi Vadra, protested in the Indian Parliament against alleged police brutality toward students involved in the NEET paper leak agitation. The opposition is demanding an apology from Home Minister Amit Shah and accountability for the use of force.
Why it matters
The protest underscores rising political tensions in India regarding student welfare, examination integrity, and the conduct of law enforcement.
Congress MPs, led by party general secretary Priyanka Gandhi Vadra, protested in the Parliament House complex on Monday (July 27, 2026), over alleged ‘police brutality’ against student protesters during the agitation on the NEET paper leak issue and demanded Home Minister Amit Shah's apology.
Carrying placards and a large banner, the Congress MPs protested in front of the steps of the Makar Dwar of Parliament. They raised slogans, demanding answers from the Home Minister over alleged police excesses against protesting students.
The Congress-led opposition is set to keep the pressure on the government in Parliament over the issue, demanding action against those responsible for the assault on students and an apology from Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Mr. Shah.
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