Youth Congress Workers Detained in Ghazipur During Delhi Protest March
Police intercepted Youth Congress workers in Ghazipur as they headed to Delhi to protest for Gyanesh Kumar's resignation.
A significant confrontation unfolded in Ghazipur on Saturday as law enforcement authorities intercepted and detained a group of Youth Congress workers. The activists were reportedly en route to the national capital, Delhi, to participate in a large-scale demonstration demanding the immediate resignation of Gyanesh Kumar.
Police Interception at Irrigation Department Intersection
The detention occurred when the vehicle carrying the protesters was stopped by police personnel stationed at the Irrigation Department intersection. According to a press release issued by the Youth Congress, the group was moving toward Delhi to voice their political demands when the sudden intervention took place.
Following the interception, the individuals were taken into custody and moved to the local Kotwali police station, where they remain held in detention.
Key Leaders and Activists Held
The group was led by Sudhanshu Tiwari, a prominent figure who has previously served as the Youth Congress president and the general secretary of the student union. The list of those detained includes:
- Sudhanshu Tiwari
- Anshu Pandey
- Praveen Dubey
- Shashank Upadhyay
- Prakash Rai
- Tamradhwaj Kumar
- Chandrahas Yadav
Allegations of Suppressing Democratic Rights
The sudden police action has sparked a heated political debate. Youth Congress officials have lashed out at the authorities, accusing the government of weaponizing law enforcement agencies to stifle opposition voices and silence dissent.
"Participating in peaceful demonstrations and raising legitimate demands is a fundamental democratic right," the party stated, characterizing the police intervention as a direct infringement on their constitutional liberties.
Despite the detentions, the activists have signaled that they will not be intimidated. Party members confirmed that their movement remains undeterred and that their agitation regarding the resignation of Gyanesh Kumar and other pressing issues will continue unabated.