India — Odisha Disaster Rapid Action Force & Rahul Gandhi

India — Odisha Disaster Rapid Action Force: The RAF was accused of using pellet guns, leading to a decision to stop issuing them.

Rahul Gandhi: As Leader of the Opposition, Gandhi led the charge against the government, demanding accountability for police brutality and criticising the appointment of Pralhad Joshi as Education Minister. His actions helped sustain opposition pressure.

India — Odisha Disaster Rapid Action Force: Deployed to control protests, part of the security response.

Rahul Gandhi: Congress leader targeted by protesters who demand he withdraw support from the JMM-led coalition. His party's alliance with JMM is under pressure.

India — Odisha Disaster Rapid Action Force: A RAF personnel allegedly fired pellet rounds, leading to internal verification.

Rahul Gandhi: Rahul Gandhi, as opposition leader, staged a sit-in and demanded an FIR for Sahil Lochab, drawing political attention to the police response. His involvement amplifies the event's political significance.

India — Odisha Disaster Rapid Action Force: Deployed at protest site after Wangchuk's removal.

Rahul Gandhi: Criticized government for Wangchuk's removal; called it 'wrong'.