India: Modi says he forgives 'children' who abused him

Modi shared a video message in which he described CJP protesters as "misguided children" who deserve guidance.

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi said he wanted to "forgive" protesters who abused him during recent youth-led demonstrations that dealt a rare political setback to his government.

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi said he wanted to “forgive” protesters who abused him during recent youth-led demonstrations that dealt a rare political setback to his government. The remarks came after the online Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) mobilised large protests in New Delhi and other cities over examination pa

Indian PM Narendra Modi says he wants to forgive protesters who abused him during recent youth-led demonstrations over exam paper leaks and unemployment.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will forgive young protesters accused of abuse. He stated these misguided children need guidance and correction, not punishment. The Prime Minister believes punishing them will not change circumstances effectively. Mistakes made at a young age present an opportunity for correction and socie

In a video message, PM Modi referred to the events at Jantar Mantar, where a section of protesters allegedly used expletives against him and his late mother.

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