Protesters had gathered for a march to Parliament on July 20, stating that the demonstration would be peaceful. When it began at 9 am, the atmosphere was calm. However, after barricades were breached and protesters started moving forward, the police resorted to a lathi-charge and tear gas shelling.

We spoke to some of the protesters, who reported injuries ranging from head wounds to injuries on their arms and legs. Police protocol dictates that........

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