Archive · 22 Jul 2026
Maharashtra Bandh Called Over NEET Exam Controversy
A political party in Maharashtra, India, has called for a statewide shutdown on July 23 to protest against the NEET medical entrance exam controversy and police action.
The bandh is not officially sanctioned by the government, but it may cause disruptions to transport and businesses.
The party is urging people to participate peacefully, and authorities are preparing to maintain law and order.
The Vanchit Bahujan Aghadi (VBA) has called for a statewide shutdown in Maharashtra on July 23.
The protest is against NEET exam irregularities and police action in Delhi.
The Maharashtra government has not declared an official public holiday.
Transport services are expected to function as usual, but disruptions may occur.
Residents are advised to check local traffic updates and follow official advisories.
- Who
- Vanchit Bahujan Aghadi (VBA) led by Prakash Ambedkar
- What
- A statewide shutdown (bandh) in Maharashtra
- When
- July 23
- Where
- Maharashtra, India
- Why
- To protest against NEET exam irregularities and police action
Protesters
Government
Purpose of the Bandh
Protesters
The bandh is called to protest against the detention of students and activists during demonstrations in Delhi over the NEET paper leak controversy and to demand accountability and transparency in the examination process.
Government
The government has not officially declared a public holiday and has not ordered any shutdown, emphasizing that the bandh is a political call rather than a state-imposed shutdown.
- Date of Bandh
- July 23
- Organizer
- Vanchit Bahujan Aghadi (VBA)
- Leader
- Prakash Ambedkar
- Reason
- Protest against NEET exam irregularities and police action
- Official Status
- Not an official shutdown
- Expected Impact
- Possible disruptions to transport and businesses