India used pellets, grenades on Gen Z protests: What Amnesty report reveals
Summary
A report by Amnesty International found that Indian police used pellet guns, grenades, electric shock batons, and other weapons against young protesters in New Delhi who were demanding the resignation of the Education Minister over exam scandals. The police denied using excessive force, but hospital records, videos, and witness testimonies show many students were injured during the protests on July 20, 2026.Key Facts
- Amnesty International investigated police actions during Gen Z protests in New Delhi.
- Protesters demanded the resignation of Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan after exam paper leaks.
- Police used pellet-firing shotguns, grenades, batons, and electric shock devices against protesters.
- Over 100 students were injured, with many treated for pellet wounds according to hospital records.
- Police denied using excessive force, but Amnesty’s evidence contradicts these claims.
- The Delhi Police blocked communications and set up barricades during the protests.
- Opposition leaders, including Rahul Gandhi, criticized the government and called for resignations.
- Similar protests spread to other parts of India, where police also used force, such as in Bihar.
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