Protesting Education Crisis: Calls for Resignation Amid NEET-UG 2026 Paper Leak
The NSUI staged protests against Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan over NEET-UG 2026 paper leak allegations during his visit to IIM Ahmedabad. Amid demands for Pradhan's resignation, the CBI has arrested five people. The cancelled exam affects over 22 lakh medical aspirants as discussions on educational reforms continue.
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Protests erupted outside the Indian Institute of Management Ahmedabad as members of the National Students Union of India (NSUI) demonstrated against Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan. The students demanded his resignation due to the alleged NEET-UG 2026 examination paper leak.
The Central Bureau of Investigation has arrested five individuals in connection with the paper leak, prompting the National Testing Agency to cancel the May 3 exam. With over 22 lakh aspirants affected, the educational future for many remains uncertain. Meanwhile, Pradhan attended a Coordination Forum Meeting at IIMA, convened to discuss educational reforms.
During the meeting, stakeholders focused on the role of Indian Institutes of Management (IIMs) in contributing to 'Viksit Bharat 2047.' Discussions emphasized student welfare, academic excellence, and institutional coordination, with Pradhan emphasizing IIMs' crucial role in nation-building and innovation.
(With inputs from agencies.)
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