Opposition leader Mallikarjun Kharge accused Home Minister Amit Shah of being behind police violence against protesting students in the Rajya Sabha. He warned that ‘Jan Shakti’ will eventually drag the minister out for accountability and called the anti‑paper‑leak bill a political pacifier, not a solution.

Key Takeaways

  • Home Minister Amit Shah blamed for police lathi‑charge and tear‑gas on students.
  • Kharge demands answers and threatens resignation if none is given.
  • Anti‑paper‑leak Bill seen as a political appeasement rather than a real fix.

During the Monsoon Session of Parliament, opposition stalwart Mallikarjun Kharge held Home Minister Amit Shah personally responsible for police brutality against student protesters. “You are the Home Minister, yet you remain silent amid this unrest,” he said, adding that ‘Jan Shakti’ will one day “drag him out” for accountability.

Kharge highlighted that plain‑clothes officers, lathi‑charges, tear‑gas, and even AK‑47 rifle fire were used against students in several states, including West Bengal and Bihar. He questioned the absence of both the Prime Minister and the Home Minister from the debate, noting that no clear explanation was offered for the violent tactics.

Turning to the Public Examinations (Prevention of Unfair Means) Amendment Bill, 2026, Kharge argued that the legislation was introduced merely to pacify the youth, not to address the root causes of paper leaks. He stressed that higher fines, stricter punishments, and fast‑track courts would not curb leaks without systemic reform of the examination process.

Historical Background

Over the past decade, question papers for 152 state and central examinations have been leaked, leading to widespread mental distress and numerous student suicides. The 2024 NEET paper‑leak case saw the main accused receive a clean chit, raising serious doubts about the effectiveness of existing investigative mechanisms.

Kharge warned that unless institutions and examination bodies are overhauled and accountability mechanisms strengthened, paper leaks will persist, and the same grievances will be raised repeatedly in Parliament.

Why This Matters

BozokMedia analysis shows that the growing disconnect between youth protests and governmental response could destabilize public trust in democratic institutions, making the issue of police accountability and education reform pivotal for India’s future.

"A robust legal framework is essential to ensure police accountability; otherwise, the very foundations of democracy erode," says constitutional scholar Dr. Ravi Gupta.
Did You Know?: In the last two years, India witnessed 12 major exam paper leaks, a 30% increase compared to the previous decade.

Frequently Asked Questions

What did Kharge demand from the Home Minister? He demanded a clear answer on who ordered the police action and warned that failure to respond should lead to the minister’s resignation.

What changes does the Amendment Bill propose? The bill introduces higher fines, stricter punishments, and fast‑track courts, but Kharge argues these measures are insufficient without systemic exam reforms.