Congress workers in Dhanbad staged a protest on Tuesday over the alleged leak of the NEET UG examination paper on June 8. The protest, led by local party leaders, demanded a thorough investigation by the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) into the matter and strict action against those found guilty.
Protest Details
Dozens of Congress supporters gathered near the district collector's office, holding placards and shouting slogans against the alleged malpractice. They accused the National Testing Agency (NTA) of negligence and demanded that the examination be conducted again in a fair manner.
Key Demands
- A CBI inquiry into the NEET UG paper leak incident.
- Immediate arrest of the culprits involved.
- Re-conduct of the examination to ensure fairness for all students.
Congress district president Sanjay Singh said, "The leak has shattered the dreams of thousands of students who prepared hard for the exam. We demand a transparent investigation and justice for the affected candidates."
Background
The NEET UG 2024 examination was held on June 8 across multiple centers in India. Reports of the paper leak surfaced soon after, with some candidates claiming that the question paper was available on social media platforms hours before the exam. The NTA has denied any leak, but the controversy has sparked widespread protests.
The protest in Dhanbad is part of a larger movement by opposition parties, including Congress, who have been demanding a parliamentary committee probe into the matter. Similar protests have been reported in other cities like Patna, Ranchi, and New Delhi.
Meanwhile, the Ministry of Education has assured that strict action will be taken if any wrongdoing is found. However, students and political parties remain skeptical and continue to apply pressure for a fair resolution.
