Proponents of the government's actions during the student protests argue that the use of force was justified to maintain public order and ensure the safety of all citizens. They emphasize that the Delhi Police and the Rapid Action Force (RAF) are trained to handle such demonstrations and that the deployment of non-lethal munitions, including plastic pellets, was a standard crowd-control measure.
Supporters also point out that the police have officially denied using pellet guns, and no conclusive evidence has been presented to prove otherwise. They argue that the medical reports indicating pellet injuries could be due to other causes and that the police acted within the framework of the law to manage the protests effectively.
Furthermore, they highlight that the Supreme Court has sought the police's graded use-of-force standing order in the Jantar Mantar pellet row, indicating that the judiciary is also examining the matter, which reflects a balanced approach to addressing the issue.