Parliamentary debate focuses on Delhi student shootings and ministerial accountability

In the Lok Sabha on August 12, opposition members pressed the government for a detailed account of the incidents that saw students in Delhi subjected to gunfire and baton‑charged. Rahul Gandhi highlighted that the chain of command leading to the use of lethal force points to the Home Ministry. He demanded that Amit Shah either confirm issuing the orders or face resignation for the breach of democratic norms. Gandhi emphasized that young citizens deserve answers and that any form of violence against them is unacceptable. He also pointed out that Shah has not faced the House for over three weeks, questioning the minister’s willingness to confront parliamentary scrutiny. The session underscored the opposition’s resolve to hold the executive accountable for the handling of student protests across the country.