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Opposition seeks apology from PM over student protest handling
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Rahul Gandhi, a prominent opposition leader, has demanded an apology from Prime Minister Narendra Modi regarding the police action against student protesters. The opposition has criticized the Prime Minister's silence on the matter and has called for a parliamentary discussion. Leaders from various opposition parties met with the Lok Sabha Speaker to demand a debate on the issue.
The protests, led by students, highlight grievances against the current education and testing system. Tensions have escalated, with both protesters and police accusing each other of violence during the demonstrations. The opposition has vowed to ensure that the students' concerns are raised in Parliament.
The government has not yet responded to the opposition's demands. The situation remains a point of contention between the ruling party and the opposition, with calls for accountability and transparency in handling the protests.
As the debate continues, the opposition maintains that the students' voices must be heard and their issues addressed. The demand for an apology from the Prime Minister underscores the political divide over the handling of the protests.
Sources: Times of India
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