Archive · 24 Jul 2026
Clashes erupt in Kolkata over NEET paper leak
On July 24 in Kolkata, students from Left organizations and supporters of the Cockroach Janta Party protested against the NEET paper leak.
They demanded the resignation of the Union Education Minister and the dissolution of the National Testing Agency.
The protesters blocked roads, threw objects at the police, and clashed with security forces.
The police used batons and tear gas to control the crowd.
The situation remained tense, with a large police presence to prevent further escalation.
Clashes erupted between Left students’ organizations and police in Kolkata over the NEET paper leak.
Protesters demanded the resignation of Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan and the dissolution of the NTA.
Police used baton charges and tear gas shells to disperse the crowd.
Protesters blocked roads and threw objects at the police.
A large contingent of police and paramilitary forces were deployed to control the situation.
- Who
- Left students’ organisations and supporters of the Cockroach Janta Party
- What
- Clashes between protesters and police over NEET paper leak
- When
- July 24
- Where
- Kolkata, India
- Why
- Protesters demand resignation of Education Minister and dissolution of NTA
Protesters' Demands
Police Action
Resignation of Education Minister
Protesters' Demands
Protesters demand the resignation of Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan.
Police Action
Police are tasked with maintaining law and order and do not address political demands.
Dissolution of NTA
Protesters' Demands
Protesters call for the dissolution of the National Testing Agency (NTA).
Police Action
Police focus on controlling the crowd and preventing further escalation.
- Date
- July 24
- Location
- Kolkata, India
- Protesters' Demands
- Resignation of Dharmendra Pradhan, dissolution of NTA, justice for students
- Police Action
- Baton charge, tear gas shells
- Involved Parties
- Left students’ organisations, Cockroach Janta Party, police
