Pellet Guns Fired at Delhi Demonstrators
At least a thousand people gathered in Delhi’s main streets on Thursday to protest government policies in education and demand the resignation of a senior minister. Video recordings from the capital reveal that security officers fired pellet guns at the crowds, a weapon that releases a steel projectile which can cause serious injury. The Central Reserve Police Force has not provided detailed statements, saying that it is examining the events but it is too early to add commentary. Citizens across the city report that several protestors sustained injuries following the use of the crowd‑control weapon.
The footage, shared through social media channels, has sparked debate over the propriety of employing such tactics in densely populated areas. NGOs and student groups have condemned the use of pellet guns, arguing that they create an environment of fear and hinder peaceful protests. Analysts suggest that the incident may reflect a broader trend in the handling of civic dissent in the country. Authorities have called for calm and urged protestors to consider alternative avenues to express their concerns.
