Archive · 23 Jul 2026

Protests Erupt in Panvel Over NEET Irregularities

Protests Erupt in Panvel Over NEET Irregularities

Students and youth groups in Panvel, Navi Mumbai, protested against the alleged irregularities in the NEET exam.

They demanded the resignation of Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan and called for accountability in the exam scam.

The protest was supported by several political parties and organizations, and it took place despite heavy rain.

Protesters raised slogans against corruption and arranged refreshments for participants.

Former MLA Balaram Patil criticized the government's use of force against students and pledged continued support for their cause.

The protest concluded peacefully under heavy police deployment, but demonstrators vowed to continue their agitation until justice is served.

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