Naga Students' Federation Rallies Against Controversial Medical Seat Allocation
The Naga Students’ Federation staged a protest against Vatsala Phangal's candidacy for a reserved state medical seat, as she is not considered an indigenous inhabitant of Nagaland. The Gauhati High Court issued an interim order allowing her to attend counseling, despite pending legal challenges surrounding the controversial allocation.
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The Naga Students' Federation (NSF) took to the streets on Tuesday, voicing strong opposition to Vatsala Phangal's candidacy for a medical seat under the Nagaland quota in NEET 2025. The NSF argues that Phangal is not an indigenous inhabitant, a key requirement for eligibility.
NSF president Medovi Rhi addressed the gathering, expressing the federation's dismay over a non-local candidate receiving a seat reserved for indigenous inhabitants. He emphasized the importance of securing the rights and future for the Naga community, urging solidarity from all societal sections.
While the court temporarily allowed Phangal to attend counseling, pending a legal resolution, the NSF vows continued resistance. The technical education department had initially rejected Phangal's application, highlighting her non-compliance with indigenous status requirements, a decision contested by her family in court.
(With inputs from agencies.)
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