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- The All India Students' Association (AISA) held a press conference in New Delhi on July 28, 2026, alleging that students protesting against exam paper leaks are facing arrests, detentions and police action across several States, particularly Bihar and Delhi.
- AISA leaders claimed students were booked under false charges despite government assurances that no action would be taken against peaceful protesters.
- The group presented what it called a fact-finding report on detentions and injuries and demanded the release of detained activists, including CPI(ML) Liberation MLA Sandeep Saurav.
What to watch next
- Whether the Centre responds to AISA's demand for the release of detained students and activists.
- Any further arrests or police action reported in Bihar and Delhi.
- Action on the alleged paper leaks themselves, which the report says remain under protest.
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