Amnesty International Accuses Indian Police of Excessive Force in Delhi Protests

Demonstrations erupted in New Delhi on 20 July after a leak of the national medical entrance examination results sparked widespread anger among students and their families. Thousands of protesters gathered in the capital, demanding accountability and a transparent re‑examination process, and many attempted to march towards the Parliament building to amplify their grievances.

The march turned violent as police deployed crowd‑control measures to prevent the protesters from reaching the parliamentary precinct. Authorities reported clashes that resulted in injuries and the detention of several demonstrators, while the government announced an inquiry into the leak and pledged to review security protocols for future examinations. The incident underscores growing tensions over educational fairness and the challenges of maintaining public order during large‑scale protests.