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Students and young people are asking for fair examinations, action on paper leaks, and clear public accountability. The situation can change quickly, so this site separates confirmed facts from reports that still need checking.
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The exam-accountability movement continues
A youth-led sit-in continues in New Delhi. We publish only reviewed public updates, broad zones, government responses, and source documents.
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Youth-led sit-in continues in central New Delhi
Associated Press reporters described thousands of young protesters continuing a sit-in on 23 July after two confrontations with police that week. The movement is demanding examination reforms and government accountability.
Prime minister announces fast-track courts for exam-leak cases
The Associated Press reported that Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced fast-track courts to handle examination paper-leak cases on 23 July. Further implementation details require primary-document confirmation.
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Government outlet relays Delhi Police claim of no casualties
Akashvani News reported a government statement saying Delhi Police had confirmed no casualties during the protests. This is presented as an official claim, not an independently resolved finding; Human Rights Watch separately reported injuries.
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Tear gas and baton use documented during 20 July march
Associated Press reporters documented police use of tear gas and batons. Human Rights Watch later said it interviewed nine witnesses and verified ten videos; it also documented violence against a police officer in one video and called for an impartial investigation.
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Student delegation’s memorandum received by Union minister
AP and NDTV reported that a protest delegation met Union Health Minister J. P. Nadda on 20 July and presented a memorandum of demands. NDTV reported that the government would examine it through appropriate channels.
Core demands
Open tracker →Resignation or removal of Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan.
Version 20-Jul-2026 · 20 Jul 2026, 12:00 pm
Reforms to examination security, administration, and accountability.
Version 20-Jul-2026 · 20 Jul 2026, 12:00 pm
Compensation for families of students reported to have died by suicide after paper-leak cases.
Version 20-Jul-2026 · 20 Jul 2026, 12:00 pm