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Amnesty International says Indian police used excessive force in protests
✍️ The New Indian Express
🗓 25 Aug 2026, 06:20 AM
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Amnesty International has accused Indian police of employing excessive force against demonstrators, according to a report cited by The New Indian Express.
Amnesty International has publicly alleged that police forces across India resorted to excessive force while dispersing recent protest gatherings. The human‑rights organization highlighted instances where law‑enforcement officers used measures that exceeded what is considered proportionate under international standards.
The statement, referenced by The New Indian Express, calls for an independent inquiry into the conduct of the police, urging authorities to ensure accountability and to protect the right to peaceful assembly. Amnesty noted that such actions could undermine public confidence in law‑enforcement agencies.
Indian officials have not yet issued a detailed response to the allegations. The matter is expected to draw attention from civil‑society groups and may prompt further scrutiny of policing practices during public demonstrations.
The statement, referenced by The New Indian Express, calls for an independent inquiry into the conduct of the police, urging authorities to ensure accountability and to protect the right to peaceful assembly. Amnesty noted that such actions could undermine public confidence in law‑enforcement agencies.
Indian officials have not yet issued a detailed response to the allegations. The matter is expected to draw attention from civil‑society groups and may prompt further scrutiny of policing practices during public demonstrations.