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Rahul Gandhi’s ‘Chhatron Ki Goonj’ campaign gets police nod

  • On Wednesday, Pune Police granted permission for Congress leader Rahul Gandhi's 'Chhatron Ki Goonj' event scheduled for August 22 at SSPMS College ground, expecting 8,000 to 10,000 attendees between 4.30 p.m. and 9.30 p.m.
  • Police imposed 30 stringent conditions, including a ban on 'objectionable' banners and a mandate that organisers ensure no religious sentiments are hurt and remain responsible for any law-and-order situation.
  • The 'Chhatron Ki Goonj' event specifically targets female students to discuss education, safety, equality, and competitive exams, continuing Gandhi's outreach campaigns previously held in Kota, Dehradun, and Prayagraj.
  • Pune authorities enforced 14-day prohibitory orders restricting public assemblies until August 31, prompting Congress leader Pawan Khera to allege the restrictions aim to disrupt Gandhi's programme.
  • Organisers must comply with Supreme Court noise pollution rules and the Environment Act while maintaining CCTV cameras; Maharashtra Congress Vice-President Mohan Joshi confirmed the party will adhere to all police mandates.
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Congress leader Rahul Gandhi's "Schools' Echo" event, scheduled for August 22 in Pune, has been approved by the police. However, 30 conditions have been set for the event, including a ban on objectionable banners and images, no hurting of religious sentiments, and adequate security arrangements.

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The Print broke the news in New Delhi, India on Wednesday, August 19, 2026.
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