Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday broke his silence on the ongoing student protest at Jantar Mantar, asserting that those responsible for examination paper leaks would face stringent action and would “not be spared.”
In a statement shared on social media, the Prime Minister emphasised that protecting the future of India’s youth remained a top priority and announced the government’s decision to establish fast-track courts to ensure speedy trials in paper leak cases.
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“Nothing is more important than the welfare and future of our youth! We have decided to set up fast-track courts to ensure swift and stringent punishment for those involved in paper leaks. Have directed the concerned authorities and officials to take all necessary steps in this regard. This continues our series of steps for safeguarding the interests of students. Those who try to harm the future of our youth will not be spared,” PM Modi said.
The remarks come as the protest led by the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) entered its 34th day in the national capital. The demonstrators have been demanding the resignation of Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan over issues related to examination paper leaks and reforms in the education system.
The agitation has received support from several political leaders, public figures and film personalities. Climate activist Sonam Wangchuk, who has been backing the movement through a hunger strike, was recently hospitalised after his health reportedly deteriorated.
Meanwhile, tensions escalated at the protest site following clashes between demonstrators and the police.
Cockroach Janta Party leader Abhijeet Dipke alleged that outsiders were being brought in to disrupt the peaceful agitation. He accused members of the BJP of attempting to provoke violence and claimed that stones were being pelted to malign the protesters. Dipke also alleged that police personnel facilitated the disturbances, charges that have not been independently verified.
He further stated that the organisation would initiate legal action against police officials over the alleged assault on protesters.
Dipke added that Sonam Wangchuk’s hunger strike was continuing despite concerns over his health, although protest organisers were urging him to end the fast.
“Our protest will continue until our demands are met. However, we are requesting Sonam Sir to end his hunger strike because we cannot afford to lose his life,” he said.
The protests continue to draw national attention, with growing calls for accountability over examination paper leaks and reforms aimed at strengthening the integrity of India’s education system.
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