Archive · 23 Jul 2026
Bihar Exam Protests Turn Violent
In Bihar, students and opposition parties are protesting against what they say are unfair practices in exams.
The protests have turned violent, with police using sticks and water cannons to control the crowds.
The protesters want the education minister to step down, but the government says they are doing what is necessary to keep order.
The opposition says the government is not handling the situation well, while the government asks the protesters to be patient and not cause trouble.
Protests in Bihar against alleged irregularities in competitive examinations turn violent with lathicharge and stone pelting.
Police use mild force in Begusarai and Katihar to control protesters, with several injured on both sides.
Opposition parties criticize the government's handling of the protests, calling for the resignation of Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan.
Government and police urge protesters to exercise restraint and assure action against those involved in exam irregularities.
Protests spill over from Delhi to Bihar, reflecting growing angst against the Central government.
- Who
- Students and opposition parties protesting against alleged irregularities in competitive examinations, including the NEET-UG paper leaks.
- What
- Violent protests in Bihar involving lathicharge, stone pelting, and police action.
- When
- Recent days, following a solidarity march in Patna.
- Where
- Katihar, Darbhanga, Begusarai, and Patna in Bihar.
- Why
- Protesters are demanding action against alleged irregularities in competitive examinations and the resignation of Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan.
Protesters and Opposition Parties
Government and Police
Handling of Protests
Protesters and Opposition Parties
Protesters and opposition parties criticize the government for using excessive force and mishandling the situation, calling for the resignation of Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan.
Government and Police
The government and police maintain that they are taking necessary actions to control the situation and ensure law and order, urging protesters to exercise restraint.
- Location
- Katihar, Darbhanga, Begusarai, Patna
- Date
- Recent days
- Protesters
- Students and opposition parties
- Government Response
- Lathicharge, water cannons, detentions
- Opposition Criticism
- Accusations of mishandling and diversion tactics