Is Lok Sabha Speaker Opposed to Rahul Gandhi’s Kota Visit, Asks Ashok Gehlot
Gehlot said BJP-linked functionaries pressured coaching and lodging operators to keep students away, as Rahul Gandhi prepares to discuss the NEET paper leak with them.
- On Wednesday, June 17, 2026, Leader of the Opposition in the Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi arrived in Kota to host an interactive program addressing the NEET-UG paper leak and youth unemployment issues.
- Former Rajasthan Chief Minister Ashok Gehlot alleged on Tuesday that Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla's office was intimidating coaching center operators and accommodation owners to suppress student attendance.
- Describing removal of event hoardings as an "act of authoritarianism," Gehlot claimed the Bharatiya Janata Party has "lost its composure" amid student enthusiasm for the program.
- The Kota rally launches a national series of student conventions organized by Congress, with future events scheduled in Allahabad on July 10, Patna on July 11, and Delhi on July 14.
- Congress General Secretary KC Venugopal stated the conventions unite students, job aspirants, and educators to challenge the Centre over systemic issues affecting youth and examination integrity.
15 Articles
15 Articles
Students being butchered, suppressed: Rahul Gandhi's criticism of education system
Rahul Gandhi used a student rally in Kota to attack the government over paper leaks and exam irregularities. He said the education system places damaging pressure on students and needs correction.
Last Updated on June 17, 2026 10:27 pm by INDIAN AWAAZ New Delhi/Kota Leader of the Opposition in the Lok Sabha, Rahul Gandhi, is launching a nationwide education campaign called "Chhatron Ki Goonj" from Kota, Rajasthan. According to the Congress party, the campaign aims to raise the issues of students at the national level and initiate a broad discussion on the current education system. The Congress party claims that students today face serious…
Posters for Rahul Gandhi’s Kota event removed: Sachin Pilot
Senior Congress leader Sachin Pilot on Wednesday alleged that local authorities removed banners and posters related to Rahul Gandhi’s visit to Kota and exerted pressure on residents and students to stay away from the event.

Coverage Details
Bias Distribution
- 75% of the sources lean Right
Factuality
To view factuality data please Upgrade to Premium







