Delhi Police detained opposition leaders including Rahul Gandhi and Akhilesh Yadav on Tuesday during a protest near the residence of Prime Minister Narendra Modi [1], [2].

The incident highlights the escalating tension between India's opposition parties and the central government over the integrity of national competitive examinations. The protest focused on allegations that the National Eligibility cum Entrance Test (NEET) paper was leaked, a claim that has sparked widespread student unrest across the country.

Rahul Gandhi and Akhilesh Yadav led the demonstration as part of a sit-in protest aimed at demanding accountability for the alleged breach [3]. The leaders were attempting to bring the issue directly to the Prime Minister's attention by marching toward his official residence in the capital [1], [2].

Reports on the exact number of detainees vary. Some sources said that Priyanka Gandhi Vadra was also detained during the police action [1]. Other reports said that only Rahul Gandhi and Akhilesh Yadav were taken into custody [3].

The Delhi Police intervened to prevent the protesters from reaching the restricted zone surrounding the Prime Minister's home. This move is part of a broader security protocol in the high-security area of the city, though opposition leaders said it is an attempt to stifle democratic dissent [1], [2].

The NEET examination is a critical gateway for students seeking admission to medical colleges in India. Allegations of paper leaks have historically led to legal battles, and demands for systemic overhauls of the testing body. By joining the protest, the opposition leaders have linked the administrative failure of the exam process to a larger political critique of the current administration [1], [3].

“Delhi Police detained opposition leaders including Rahul Gandhi and Akhilesh Yadav on Tuesday”

The detention of high-profile leaders from different opposition parties signifies a coordinated effort to capitalize on public anger regarding educational transparency. By targeting the Prime Minister's residence, the opposition is attempting to frame the NEET leak not as a localized administrative error, but as a systemic failure of governance that requires the highest level of intervention.