Minister clarifies student protest incident and anti-paper leak law
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Jitendra Singh
India
July 2026
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Union Minister Jitendra Singh stated no shots were fired during recent student protests. Clarified that only tear gas was used. Discussed the 2024 anti-paper leak law, highlighting increased penalties.
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