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Rahul Gandhi says ‘system afraid of students who ask questions’ in Indore, CM Shivraj Singh Chouhan hits back
✍️ Hindustan Times
🗓 21 Sep 2026, 07:36 AM
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During a rally in Indore, Rahul Gandhi claimed that the system is fearful of students who raise queries, prompting a rebuttal from Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan.
Rahul Gandhi addressed a gathering of students and supporters in Indore on Thursday, asserting that the administrative system is reluctant to engage with young people who pose challenging questions. The Congress leader highlighted the need for an environment where students can freely seek answers without fear of institutional backlash.
His remarks came amid ongoing debates over educational reforms and student protests in several Indian states. Gandhi emphasized that a healthy democracy depends on an open dialogue between the youth and the government.
Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan responded later in the day, rejecting the allegation and stating that the state government is committed to addressing student concerns through constructive channels. The CM urged political leaders to focus on policy solutions rather than politicising education issues.
Both leaders agreed that improving the quality of education remains a priority, though they diverged on the characterization of the current system's attitude toward inquisitive students.
His remarks came amid ongoing debates over educational reforms and student protests in several Indian states. Gandhi emphasized that a healthy democracy depends on an open dialogue between the youth and the government.
Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan responded later in the day, rejecting the allegation and stating that the state government is committed to addressing student concerns through constructive channels. The CM urged political leaders to focus on policy solutions rather than politicising education issues.
Both leaders agreed that improving the quality of education remains a priority, though they diverged on the characterization of the current system's attitude toward inquisitive students.