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- Congress legislators in Madhya Pradesh, led by Leader of Opposition Umang Singhar, wore black bands and protested at the Vidhan Sabha before the start of the monsoon session.
- The protest targeted the government over paper leak cases affecting lakhs of students and over Rahul Gandhi's detention, which the party called an attempt to suppress dissent.
- Congress accused the government of avoiding discussion on issues linked to students and youth.
- The party warned its protests would continue both inside and outside the assembly if these matters are not taken up for discussion.
What to watch next
- Whether the government allows a discussion in the assembly on paper leaks and student issues during the monsoon session
- Whether Congress intensifies its protests inside and outside the assembly if no discussion happens
- How the monsoon session proceeds amid the opposition's planned focus on youth, jobs, and recruitment exam issues
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