After the mismanagement and widespread blowback it faced over the Hathras ‘gang rape’ and murder case, Uttar Pradesh Police seems to be trying to deflect and distract attention by accusing protesters of sedition and seeking to trigger caste-based conflict. Instead, it should focus on preventing such horrific crimes and accountability.
UP Police should focus on preventing Hathras-like crimes, not deflect with sedition charge
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