Gitanjali J Angmo, wife of activist Sonam Wangchuk, expressed deep concern over the negative portrayal of students involved in peaceful protests against the 'Sansad Chalo' march.
She criticized the media and authorities for hastily linking the protests to incidents of violence without evidence, emphasizing that the movement has remained non-violent.
Angmo highlighted the need to listen to students' concerns rather than distrust them, questioning why the system is quick to question their intentions.
The protests, led by the CJP, began on June 20 demanding accountability in exams, education reforms, and the resignation of Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan.Delhi Police used tear gas and baton charges to stop the march, leading to allegations of attempting to frame the movement as violent.Angmo stressed that students deserve protection and their voices should not be drowned out by narratives serving vested interests.The article underscores the tension between student activism and institutional responses, calling for dialogue over punitive measures.
Original title: Our children deserve to be protected, not portrayed as villains: Gitanjali J Angmo
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