New Delhi, July 23 -- Sahil Lochab, a 19-year-old student who took part in the Chalo Sansad student protests on July 20, was hit by pellet bullets. Now, his family says doctors have given a one per cent chance of his full vision being restored.

He was taken to Lady Hardinge Medical College (LHMC) and then shifted to AIIMS Trauma Centre the following day. Doctors informed his family that the pupil of his right eye was heavily damaged. They confirmed pellets caused the injury, a claim vehemently denied by the Delhi Police.

A hospital source confirmed it, stated The Hindu. Lochab's family is waiting for another surgery.

What is ironic is Sahil was aspiring to be a part of the Delhi Police Force. He was pursuing distance education and was ...