Scandal Erupts Over Alleged NEET Paper Leak, Sparks Nationwide Protests

On Wednesday, Youth Congress workers took to the streets of south Mumbai to protest against the alleged NEET question paper leak. The demonstration unfolded outside the state CET Cell office in the Fort area, spearheaded by Mumbai Youth Congress President Zeenat Shabreen.

Protesters voiced strong criticism against the BJP-led central government, with Shabreen arguing that the paper leak jeopardized the futures of nearly 2.4 million students. She demanded Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan's resignation, claiming it was necessary on moral grounds.

The protest also called for the establishment of a Joint Parliamentary Committee to thoroughly investigate the controversy. Amid the unfolding events, multiple Youth Congress members faced detention by the police for their participation. The NEET (UG) 2026 exam, initially slated for May 3, was canceled as authorities called for a CBI inquiry into the alleged irregularities.

(With inputs from agencies.)