Gehlot Demands Resumption of Student Union Elections in Rajasthan

Former Rajasthan Chief Minister Ashok Gehlot has called on the state government to resume student union elections. He criticized the current BJP administration for not holding these elections, which were postponed during his tenure due to assembly election preparations. Gehlot emphasized the importance of student politics and condemned action against protesting students.

Former Chief Minister Ashok Gehlot on Monday demanded that the Rajasthan government conduct student union elections.

In a post on X, Gehlot explained that during their government, student union elections were postponed due to assembly election preparations, but argued that the current situation does not warrant further delays.

He criticized the BJP government in Rajasthan for not restarting the elections, noting that many current political leaders, including himself, began their careers in student unions. Gehlot emphasized the importance of these elections and called for adherence to the model code of conduct. He also condemned actions taken against students protesting to demand the elections.

(With inputs from agencies.)