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Politics
Opposition leaders and activists condemn central government's police action on Gandhi Jayanti
✍️ The Meghalayan Express
🗓 02 Oct 2026, 07:31 PM
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Opposition figures and civil society groups have sharply criticised the central government for police measures taken on Gandhi Jayanti, calling them excessive and politically motivated.
On Gandhi Jayanti, police forces carried out actions that prompted immediate backlash from opposition politicians and activist groups. The leaders described the measures as heavy‑handed and warned that such tactics could undermine democratic norms.
Several opposition parties issued statements denouncing the central government's handling of the day, asserting that the police response was disproportionate to any public disturbance. Activists echoed these concerns, urging the authorities to respect the spirit of non‑violence associated with Mahatma Gandhi.
The criticism comes amid a broader debate over law‑enforcement practices ahead of upcoming elections, with the opposition demanding greater accountability and transparency from the centre.
Several opposition parties issued statements denouncing the central government's handling of the day, asserting that the police response was disproportionate to any public disturbance. Activists echoed these concerns, urging the authorities to respect the spirit of non‑violence associated with Mahatma Gandhi.
The criticism comes amid a broader debate over law‑enforcement practices ahead of upcoming elections, with the opposition demanding greater accountability and transparency from the centre.