Archive · 26 Jul 2026
Bihar Bandh Over NEET Row Turns Violent
In Bihar, students protested against the NEET examination system, demanding reforms and action over alleged irregularities.
The protests turned violent in several places, with clashes between protesters and police.
Police used tear gas and detained some protesters, including Tej Pratap Yadav, who supported the students.
There were incidents of stone-pelting, vandalism, and road blockades.
In some areas, the situation was brought under control after talks, while in others, tension persisted.
The protests affected normal life, with some businesses and schools taking precautions.
Protests over NEET examination row turned violent in multiple districts of Bihar.
Police fired tear gas and detained protesters, including Tej Pratap Yadav.
Incidents of stone-pelting, vandalism, and road blockades were reported.
Tension persisted in some areas, while peaceful dispersal occurred in others.
Protesters demanded reforms in the examination system and the resignation of Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan.
- Who
- Students, Tej Pratap Yadav, Police
- What
- Violent protests over NEET examination row
- When
- Saturday, July 25, 2026
- Where
- Multiple districts in Bihar
- Why
- Demands for reforms in examination system and action over alleged irregularities
Protesters
Police
Use of Force
Protesters
Protesters claim police used excessive force with tear gas and detentions.
Police
Police argue they had to maintain law and order and protect essential services.
Road Blockades
Protesters
Protesters believe blocking roads is a legitimate form of protest.
Police
Police insist that blocking roads disrupts essential services and commuters.
- Date
- Saturday, July 25, 2026
- Location
- Multiple districts in Bihar, including Patna, Chapra, Aurangabad, Siwan, Samastipur, Gaya, Madhepura, and Jehanabad
- Key Figures
- Tej Pratap Yadav, Dharmendra Pradhan, Tejashwi Yadav
- Demands
- Reforms in examination system, action over alleged irregularities, resignation of Union Education Minister
- Incidents
- Tear gas fired, stone-pelting, vandalism, road blockades, detentions
- Police Action
- Tear gas, detentions, flag marches, additional personnel deployment
- Outcome
- Tension in some areas, peaceful dispersal in others
Sources
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