The Hunger Games-ification of Delhi’s protests: Does the government fear its own citizens?
On a Saturday in October, Delhi witnessed protests where citizens were met with fear rather than support. The government's preparedness for the demonstrations was unprecedented, with barricades, blocked trains and restricted metro entry. This heightened security measures were taken in anticipation of protests, not in response to existing issues.
Such actions have raised questions about whether the government fears its own citizens. The comparison with the film series The Hunger Games is unsettling, as it suggests the government's actions could make dissent appear as a villain, even before it begins.
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