Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge says today is not a day for celebration but a moment to demand accountability, condemning police action against student protesters during the Sansad Chalo march and calling for restoration of democracy. He announced on X that he would not celebrate his 84th birthday in protest, highlighting lathicharges, tear gas, the sealing of Parliament, and internet shutdowns as part of what he describes as an assault on democratic rights. Kharge demanded an immediate discussion in Parliament, accountability for the events, and the resignation of Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan for alleged irregularities in exams. He pushed for a modern, independent, merit-based education system with secure digital question banks and randomized papers to prevent leaks. He underscored the broader need for justice for students and democratic resilience, urging Parliament to address these issues without delay.