Archive · 24 Jul 2026
Telangana Student Unions Call for Bandh
Student unions in Telangana have called for a state-wide bandh of educational institutions on Friday.
They are protesting to demand a transparent inquiry into police actions against students, the scrapping of the National Testing Agency (NTA), the withdrawal of the VBSA Bill, and the resignation of Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan.
The unions are organizing a rally in Hyderabad, starting at Narayanaguda Crossroads and proceeding to RTC Crossroads.
Many educational institutions are expected to shut down in response to the call, affecting academic activities.
Student unions in Telangana have called for a state-wide bandh of educational institutions on Friday.
The protest is organized by a united front of student unions including SFI, AISF, NSUI, PDSU, AIFDS, AISB, and AIPSU.
Key demands include a transparent inquiry into police actions against students and the scrapping of the NTA.
The unions are also calling for the withdrawal of the VBSA Bill and the resignation of Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan.
A rally is scheduled for 11:00 AM today, proceeding from Narayanaguda Crossroads to RTC Crossroads in Hyderabad.
- Who
- Student unions in Telangana
- What
- Called for a state-wide bandh of educational institutions and a rally in Hyderabad
- When
- Friday
- Where
- Telangana, with a rally in Hyderabad
- Why
- To press for various demands concerning the education system, including a transparent inquiry into police actions and the scrapping of the NTA
Student Unions
Government
Demands for Transparency and Accountability
Student Unions
Student unions are demanding a transparent inquiry into police actions against students and the resignation of Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan.
Government
The government may argue that the demands are politically motivated and that existing mechanisms are sufficient for addressing student concerns.
Scrapping of National Testing Agency (NTA)
Student Unions
Student unions are calling for the immediate scrapping of the NTA, citing irregularities in exam conduct.
Government
The government may defend the NTA, stating that it is necessary for standardized testing and that reforms are being implemented to address issues.
- Date of Protest
- Friday
- Location of Rally
- Hyderabad
- Time of Rally
- 11:00 AM
- Key Demands
- Transparent inquiry into police actions, scrapping of NTA, withdrawal of VBSA Bill, resignation of Union Education Minister
- Organizing Unions
- SFI, AISF, NSUI, PDSU, AIFDS, AISB, AIPSU
