Agartala: The Youth Congress held a massive protest in Tripura on Monday, demanding the resignation of Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan over the alleged NEET examination fraud and other national issues.
Protest Details
Hundreds of Youth Congress workers participated in the march, moving towards the Chief Minister's official residence. They accused the central government of failing to ensure transparency in national-level examinations, thereby affecting the future of thousands of meritorious students.
Police Intervention
The police stopped the procession near IGM Hospital, using water cannons to prevent protesters from advancing. Despite security forces' attempts to restrict the march, Youth Congress supporters continued to push forward.
As demonstrators reportedly tried to breach security barricades and enter the high-security zone near the CM's residence, police and CRPF escalated their response. They first deployed water cannons and then resorted to baton-charging to disperse the crowd.
Allegations of Excessive Force
Congress leader Birajit Sinha alleged that at least 12 protesters were injured, with some bleeding. He claimed medical assistance was provided at the site amid the chaos. Sinha criticized the police response, alleging excessive force against a democratic protest and asserting that the right to peaceful demonstration was disrupted. He accused the administration of suppressing dissent.
Police Defense
Police defended their actions, stating that the measures were necessary to secure the area around the CM's residence and maintain public safety. The confrontation has added to the ongoing political tensions in Tripura.
