'Ask Amit Shah, Not Us': Priyanka Gandhi Slams Media for Questioning Opposition Over Student Crackdown (Video)

Senior Congress leader and Lok Sabha MP Priyanka Gandhi Vadra launched a sharp attack on the Union government and section of the media outside Parliament, confronting journalists over their coverage of ongoing parliamentary disruptions and student-led demonstrations. Expressing strong dissatisfaction over police action against youth protesting repeated examination paper leaks, Vadra questioned the government's silence and urged the press to direct their inquiries toward accountability from key cabinet ministers rather than questioning opposition strategy.

Demands Accountability Over Police Action and Student Grievances

Addressing reporters in the Parliament House complex, Vadra questioned why critical questions regarding student welfare, police lathicharges, and internet suspensions surrounding protest sites were not being put to the Treasury benches. She highlighted the harsh measures deployed against young demonstrators, including the invocation of strict legal provisions such as the National Security Act (NSA), asking if student protesters were being treated as security threats. Vadra questioned Union Home Minister Amit Shah over the police crackdown and reiterated demands for the resignation of Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan over recurring exam irregularities. Rajya Sabha Faceoff Over NEET: Kiren Rijiju Accuses Oppn of Stalling Debate, Mallikarjun Kharge Calls PM Modi's Remarks 'Instigative' (Videos).

Opposition Targets Prime Minister's Absence in Parliament

Vadra criticized Prime Minister Narendra Modi for not addressing the House despite widespread youth protests across the country. She stated that while several Union ministers have issued statements outside, the head of the government has refrained from speaking on the floor of Parliament regarding the youth's demands. The opposition has insisted on a comprehensive, standalone debate on examination integrity and systemic education reforms before resuming regular legislative business. CJP Rejects Govt Talks, Insists Dharmendra Pradhan’s Resignation is Non-Negotiable.

'Why Aren't You Questioning the Government?'

Escalating Tensions and Background of Parliamentary Standoff

The remarks come amidst severe disruptions during the Monsoon Session of Parliament, where opposition parties under the INDIA bloc have mounted coordinated protests. A day earlier, top opposition leaders, including Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi and Priyanka Gandhi Vadra, staged a demonstration near the Prime Minister’s official residence, leading to brief police detentions. On Wednesday, opposition MPs wore black bands in Parliament to observe a "Black Day" in solidarity with affected candidates.

Meanwhile, Parliamentary Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju maintained that the government remains open to discussing examination issues under prescribed parliamentary rules and accused opposition parties of intentionally stalling proceedings.

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