Archive · 25 Jul 2026
Student Protests in Mumbai Demand NEET Reforms
Students and youth groups in Mumbai held a peaceful protest to demand the resignation of the Union Education Minister because they believe there were problems with the NEET-UG exam.
They want a fair investigation and changes to make sure exams are fair and transparent.
The police did not stop the protest, which was different from earlier protests where people were detained.
A group of doctors also wrote to the Prime Minister asking for action to be taken and to protect students affected by the controversy.
Student organisations staged a peaceful protest in Mumbai on July 24 demanding the resignation of Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan over alleged NEET-UG irregularities.
Protesters called for a fair investigation, strict legal action, and systemic reforms to ensure transparency and fairness in the examination process.
The All India Students' Federation (AISF) welcomed the peaceful conduct of the protest and the police's restraint.
The Central Maharashtra Association of Resident Doctors (Central MARD) wrote to Prime Minister Narendra Modi seeking urgent intervention in the NEET-UG controversy.
Protesters and Central MARD demanded protection for genuine candidates affected by the controversy and strengthening of examination security.
- Who
- Student organisations, youth groups, Central Maharashtra Association of Resident Doctors (Central MARD)
- What
- Peaceful protest demanding resignation of Union Education Minister and reforms in NEET-UG examination
- When
- July 24
- Where
- Mumbai
- Why
- Alleged irregularities in NEET-UG examination, demands for accountability and transparency
Protesters
Government
Resignation of Education Minister
Protesters
Protesters demand the resignation of Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan over alleged NEET-UG irregularities.
Government
The government has not publicly responded to the resignation demands.
Investigation and Reforms
Protesters
Protesters and Central MARD demand a fair and time-bound investigation, strict legal action, and systemic reforms to ensure transparency and fairness in NEET-UG.
Government
The government has not yet announced specific measures to address these demands.
- Date of Protest
- July 24
- Location
- Mumbai
- Key Demands
- Resignation of Union Education Minister, investigation into NEET-UG irregularities, systemic reforms
- Organisations Involved
- All India Students' Federation (AISF), Central Maharashtra Association of Resident Doctors (Central MARD)
- Police Action
- No detentions or coercive measures reported during the protest