Thousands Gather At Jantar Mantar Opposing UGC Norms And Quota Rules
· India · India Today, Zee News
Thousands of protesters, primarily from unreserved classes, gathered at New Delhi's Jantar Mantar to oppose the University Grants Commission equity regulations and demand caste-based reservation reforms. The demonstration was organised under the banner of Reservation Reform Andolan, led by NEET aspirant Harsh Dubey, and supported by groups such as Rajasthan-based General Sena, Chanakya Sena, and Karni Sena. Protesters chanted religious verses, voiced opposition to the SC/ST Act, and demanded that economic circumstances determine benefits instead of caste. The gathering took place amid heavy security and restrictions imposed by the Delhi Police, with barricades erected and personnel from the Delhi Police, Rapid Action Force, and Indo-Tibetan Border Police deployed at the site. Protesters stated they would only disperse after submitting a memorandum to PM Modi.
Why it matters
The protest highlights growing civil agitation among unreserved communities over affirmative action policies, putting pressure on policymakers to address demands for economic-based criteria in government benefits.
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