Rahul Gandhi criticised the use of force against job aspirants protesting alleged recruitment exam irregularities in Jharkhand. Police used water cannons, tear gas and lathi-charge after protesters breached barricades near the Assembly. Gandhi said students have a right to peaceful protest and urged the state government to resolve their concerns through dialogue.
New Delhi, Aug 10: Congress leader Rahul Gandhi on Monday said the use of force against students protesting in Jharkhand is wrong and called on the state government to continue to hear the protesters out and resolve their issues immediately.
The Congress is part of the Hemant Soren government in Jharkhand.
Police action in Ranchi
Gandhi's remarks came after police in Ranchi used water cannons, lobbed tear gas shells, and lathi-charged job aspirants as they breached barricades and attempted to reach the state assembly, protesting the alleged recruitment exam irregularities.
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