In another late-night video message released on Instagram, the prime minister expressed his hurt, saying even his late mother was subjected to filthy abuses at Jantar Mantar, adding that he “forgives them”. He called the language used by young protesters a "cultural shock." However, the PM urged society against punitive actions or legal recrimination.
"Not only was I subjected to abusive language at Jantar Mantar, but even my late mother was abused there with filthy language. But abuses never solve anything; let's guide the misguided," he said.
"I want to forgive them. People make mistakes, but it was a cultural shock that our daughters are using such abusive language. We must forgive our youth who were misguided; after all, they are our children. It's our duty to show them the right path. We don't disown our teeth even if they bite our tongue; both belong to us, just as our youth are our own."
"That is why I fully understand the anguish in the society... This is the time to show these children the correct path by hugging them. Society should also accept my submission because sometimes people go astray, but that does not mean they should be punished. The children are ours. It is our responsibility to show them the correct path. It is a hard task, but I have to do it," he said.
Congress takes a dig at PM —
The Prime Minister's remarks drew sharp criticism from the opposition. Congress media and publicity head Pawan Khera posted on X (formerly Twitter), questioning the tone of the message.
"The country is asking him to apologise, yet he has forgiven the country," Khera stated, pointing out that public accountability remains focused on the government's handling of the examination crisis.
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