Delhi Police recently arrested two more members of the Indian Youth Congress (IYC) in connection with a protest at the AI Summit. Girdhar and Kubar Meena are part of the group that staged a “shirtless protest,” drawing attention to their concerns over a trade deal between India and the U.S.
Funding Concerns
Police are diving into the financial aspects of this protest. They suspect that leftover funds from Bihar’s assembly elections might have financed the event. One of the accused, Krishna Hari, reportedly received amounts between ₹35,000 and ₹1 lakh on different occasions. Investigators are looking into whether this money was misused.
The IYC spent around ₹35,000 on logistics for the protest. This included printing T-shirts and placards, although some materials, like umbrellas, were made but went unused. The Crime Branch of the Delhi Police is now exploring the entire conspiracy.
The Protest
During the AI Summit at Bharat Mandapam, IYC members made a bold statement by removing their shirts, which had phrases like “Compromised PM.” Their demonstration aimed to express dissent over the trade deal. Initially, seven Youth Congress leaders were arrested, which highlighted the tensions surrounding the event.
Ongoing Investigations
The case has now been transferred to the Crime Branch, which is conducting further inquiries into the protest and the arrests. The issue escalated when IYC President Uday Bhanu Chib was also taken into custody under various sections of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita.
Interestingly, public reactions to the protest have been mixed. Many on social media expressed solidarity with the protestors’ cause, while others criticized the methods used. This highlights the ongoing debate in India about the appropriate ways to express dissent in a democracy.
As this story develops, it sheds light on the increasing political activism among youth in India and raises questions about the role of money in political protests. Understanding these dynamics is crucial for fostering better political engagement and transparency in funding for such events.
For more details on political protests in India, you can check out this report by The Hindu.
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