Delhi riots case: Amnesty, 6 other global rights' bodies seek Umar Khalid's release
Amnesty International and other human rights organizations are urging the Indian government to release Umar Khalid, a former JNU student, highlighting his prolonged detention as a symbol of repression against those exercising free expression. They criticize the selective prosecution of activists opposing the Citizenship (Amendment) Act while officials allegedly inciting communal tensions enjoy impunity.
Amnesty International and other human rights organizations are urging the Indian government to release Umar Khalid, a former JNU student, highlighting his prolonged detention as a symbol of repression against those exercising free expression. They criticize the selective prosecution of activists opposing the Citizenship (Amendment) Act while officials allegedly inciting communal tensions enjoy impunity.
