Published: Aug 10, 2026, 23:46 IST | Updated: Aug 10, 2026, 23:46 IST
Congress leader Rahul Gandhi condemned the use of police force against student protesters in Jharkhand, calling the crackdown "wrong" and emphasizing that students have a fundamental right to peaceful protest. His statement on Monday, August 10, 2026, added a notable political layer to the ongoing crisis, as his own party is part of the ruling coalition in the state.