Punishment Is Not the Answer, Says Modi
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi has said he wants to forgive the students who insulted him during last month’s protests, arguing that punishment and prolonged legal action will not resolve the country’s political tensions.
Punishment Is Not the Answer, Says Modi
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi has called for a more compassionate approach toward student protesters, saying he is willing to forgive those who insulted him during demonstrations held last month.
In a video message shared on social media, Modi said the students were “misguided children” and stressed that guiding them back to the right path is more important than punishing them.
He argued that repeated court appearances, legal action, and public humiliation would not help resolve the situation and instead called for understanding and dialogue.
The statement comes after the opposition-led Cockroach Janata Party (CJP) claimed that despite government assurances to withdraw police cases, hundreds of students have continued to be arrested across several Indian states.
The protests erupted after a major national examination paper leak forced nearly two million students to retake the exam, fueling widespread anger over educational opportunities and government accountability.
Some demonstrations turned violent, with clashes between protesters and security forces, while authorities filed criminal cases against hundreds of participants.
Political analysts believe Modi’s latest remarks are aimed at easing tensions, rebuilding trust among young voters, and encouraging reconciliation after one of the biggest political challenges of his third term.
