'Were Pellet Guns Approved Against Students?' Rahul Gandhi Asks Amit Shah

Opposition leader Rahul Gandhi has written to Home Minister Amit Shah demanding accountability for the alleged use of lethal force against students protesting in Delhi. Gandhi specifically questioned the authorization of pellet guns and the conduct of security forces during the July 20, 2026, demonstrations.
Why it matters
This highlights a significant escalation in political tension regarding the government's handling of student-led civil unrest and potential human rights concerns.
Leader of Opposition in the Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi has written to Home Minister Amit Shah, demanding accountability for the "barbaric assault" on peacefully protesting students here and asking whether he approved the use of "lethal force", including pellet guns, against the youth.In his letter to Shah, Gandhi said peaceful protest is crucial to any democracy and it is the government's responsibility to protect protestors and resolve their grievances through dialogue."Such brutal violence destroys every norm, and has outraged the country. Youth and students, the future of our country, are demanding answers and accountability. Their voice will be heard," the former Congress chief said."I write to demand accountability for the barbaric assault on students who were peacefully protesting in Delhi on July 20, 2026. Our students were demanding a fair and accountable education system.
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