Archive · 28 Jul 2026
ABVP Launches Campaign in Bengal Against Left-Led NEET Protests
The Akhil Bharatiya Vidyarthi Parishad (ABVP) and other groups backed by the Sangh Parivar started a campaign in West Bengal to oppose protests led by Left-backed student organizations.
These protests are about alleged problems in the NEET exam.
The ABVP says the Left groups are using the students' concerns to create chaos and push an anti-national agenda.
The Left groups say they are fighting for the fairness of the exam.
Both sides are planning more activities to reach people across the state.
The West Bengal government said students protesting won't be punished, but those with criminal records won't be protected.
Police have arrested some people for causing violence during the protests.
ABVP and Sangh Parivar-affiliated groups launched a campaign in West Bengal to counter Left-led NEET protests.
Left-backed student organizations have been protesting alleged NEET examination irregularities.
ABVP accuses Left groups of exploiting student concerns to create instability and push an anti-national agenda.
The campaign involves rallies, public meetings, and awareness programs across the state.
West Bengal government announced no coercive measures against protesting students, except those with criminal records.
- Who
- Akhil Bharatiya Vidyarthi Parishad (ABVP), Left-backed student organizations, West Bengal government, police
- What
- ABVP launches campaign against Left-led NEET protests, accusing them of exploiting student concerns
- When
- July 28, 2023
- Where
- West Bengal, India
- Why
- To counter Left-led mobilisation over NEET question paper leak and alleged examination irregularities
Left-Backed Student Organizations
Sangh Parivar-Affiliated Groups
Purpose of Protests
Left-Backed Student Organizations
Protesting alleged NEET examination irregularities and demanding accountability from the Centre.
Sangh Parivar-Affiliated Groups
Accusing Left groups of exploiting student concerns to foment anarchy and push an anti-national agenda.
Character of Protests
Left-Backed Student Organizations
Viewing the protests as a genuine student movement to safeguard the credibility of public examinations.
Sangh Parivar-Affiliated Groups
Describing the protests as politically motivated and using vulgar slogans and memes unbecoming of a genuine student movement.
Role of Media
Left-Backed Student Organizations
Not explicitly mentioned.
Sangh Parivar-Affiliated Groups
Accusing Left organizations of attacking journalists and showing little faith in democratic methods.
- Organizations Involved
- Akhil Bharatiya Vidyarthi Parishad (ABVP), Shiksha Sanskriti Suraksha Manch, Left-backed student organizations
- Location
- West Bengal, India
- Date
- July 28, 2023
- Issue
- Alleged NEET examination irregularities
- Key Accusations
- Left groups exploiting student concerns, Sangh Parivar accusing Left of fomenting anarchy
- Government Response
- No coercive measures against students, but protection does not apply to persons with criminal antecedents
- Police Action
- Arrested 16 people under anti-riot legislation