Archive · 27 Jul 2026
Journalists Protest NEET Attack, Seek Safety Measures
Journalists in Kolkata held a protest rally on July 27 to demand safety measures after several of them were attacked while covering a protest against the NEET exam paper leak on July 24.
The journalists met with government officials and submitted a memorandum to the Chief Minister, seeking a thorough investigation, accountability, and better safety protocols.
The government has arrested 16 people and registered FIRs, but journalists are concerned about the ongoing risks, especially for women journalists.
They want clear guidelines for law enforcement and special protections during political rallies and public events.
Journalists protested the attack on media personnel during the NEET demonstration on July 24.
The rally started at the Press Club and ended at Rani Rashmoni Avenue in Kolkata.
16 people have been arrested in connection with the violence during the NEET protest.
Journalists met with government officials and submitted a memorandum to the Chief Minister.
The memorandum demanded a fair investigation, prompt prosecution, and comprehensive safety protocols for media personnel.
- Who
- Journalists from Kolkata and several districts
- What
- Protest rally against the attack on media personnel during the NEET demonstration
- When
- July 27, 2023
- Where
- Kolkata, India
- Why
- To seek safety measures and justice for the attacked journalists
Journalists' Concerns
Government Response
Investigation and Accountability
Journalists' Concerns
Journalists demand a fair, impartial, and time-bound investigation into the attack, with prompt arrest and prosecution of all responsible parties.
Government Response
The government has registered FIRs and arrested 16 people under non-bailable sections of law, claiming prompt action.
Safety Measures
Journalists' Concerns
Journalists seek comprehensive safety protocols, including operational guidelines for law enforcement and special safeguards for women journalists.
Government Response
The government acknowledges the need for safety but emphasizes past inaction under previous administrations.
- Date of Protest
- July 27, 2023
- Location of Protest
- Kolkata, India
- Number of Arrests
- 16
- Date of NEET Protest
- July 24, 2023
- Chief Minister
- Suvendu Adhikari
- Governor
- RN Ravi
- Constitutional Article Cited
- Article 19(1)(a)