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

On Friday, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi released a video message in which he expressed forgiveness towards the students who hurled abusive language at him during the Cockroach Janta Party protests at Jantar Mantar in Delhi last month. The protests, sparked by an exam paper leak, escalated into the most significant challenge to Modi's rule, leading to the resignation of Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan.

Modi referred to the protesters as "misguided children" who require guidance instead of punishment or extensive legal proceedings. In the video, he condemned the language used by some protesters, stating that it does not align with a civilized society. Modi emphasized that the protesters, who directed abuses at him and even his late mother, needed to be shown the right path.

He asserted that punishing them or subjecting them to prolonged court proceedings would not alter the situation. Modi pleaded for society to accept his act of forgiveness and urged people to move forward together for the country's betterment. He went on to encourage the young generation to learn from their mistakes and contribute to the nation's progress.

Simultaneously, police received a report about a viral video featuring a woman allegedly using abusive language against the prime minister during the protest. The young woman, identified as either 15 or 25 years old, later apologized for her remarks. However, the CJI has questioned the use of abusive language as a criminal offense in the country, pointing out that many MPs face criminal charges without any consequences.