NEW DELHI — Prime Minister Narendra Modi issued a major statement to the nation’s youth on Thursday morning, announcing the establishment of fast-track courts to ensure swift prosecution and stringent punishment for those involved in competitive examination paper leaks.
The Prime Minister’s announcement comes amid intensifying student demonstrations in the national capital and a ongoing stalemate in Parliament, drawing immediate pushback from Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi and protesting student groups.
Key Highlights & Political Reactions
The move represents a central judicial measure aimed at expediting convictions in examination scam cases, while political opposition remains firm on broader accountability:
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Prime Minister’s Assurance: Posting on X, PM Modi emphasized that “nothing is more important than the welfare and future of our youth,” confirming that directives have been issued to set up specialized fast-track courts to try paper leak networks and safeguard candidate interests.
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Opposition Rebuttal: Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi countered the Prime Minister’s post within minutes, alleging institutional failures in the education system and reiterating a three-point demand: the dismissal of Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan, an official apology to students, and action regarding police crackdowns on student protesters.
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Parliamentary Deadlock: While the Union Government has expressed readiness for a structured debate in Parliament, Opposition parties continue to condition legislative discussions on the resignation of the Education Minister.
