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India cockroach protests: Videos show officers firing 'pellet guns'

India cockroach protests: Videos show officers firing 'pellet guns'

Summary

Thousands of people in Delhi, India, protested calling for changes in education and asking a government minister to resign. Videos show security officers using pellet guns on the protesters, but officials have not yet explained the use of these guns or the injuries caused.

Key Facts

  • The protests in Delhi are called the "cockroach protests."
  • Protesters demand educational reforms and a minister’s resignation.
  • Security officers are seen firing pellet guns at protesters in videos.
  • The Central Reserve Police Force has not responded to questions about the pellet guns.
  • Officials said it is too early to comment and are investigating what happened.
  • The protests have drawn large crowds in the Indian capital.
  • The BBC is verifying and analyzing video evidence of events.
  • The reports were made by Merlyn Thomas and Shruti Menon, with production support.
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