What Did CRPF Find In Its CJP Protest Review? 7 Pellet Rounds, 5 Protesters Hit

According to NewsX, an internal review conducted by the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) has confirmed that an Rapid Action Force (RAF) personnel fired seven pellet rounds during the July 20 CJP protest. The review indicates that five of these rounds struck protesters, leading to injuries during the demonstration. The internal assessment has also formally flagged lapses in crowd-control protocols during the event.

The incident follows a period of heightened tension and public demonstrations in India, which have drawn significant attention to the methods employed by security forces. Previous reports from wire services have documented the use of pellet guns by officers during these protests, corroborating the broader context of the security response described in the NewsX report.

The acknowledgement of these lapses by the CRPF marks a significant development in the oversight of the protest management. Authorities are expected to review the conduct of the personnel involved to determine if further disciplinary action is required, as the government faces continued pressure to address the handling of public dissent and the safety of demonstrators.