Archive · 23 Jul 2026
NEET Paper Leak Protests Intensify in Delhi
A large crowd of protesters gathered at Jantar Mantar in Delhi to demand the resignation of the Union Education Minister over the NEET paper leak.
The crowd, which was much larger than the area could accommodate, spilled onto nearby streets.
Clashes broke out between protesters and police, with tear gas and lathicharge used to disperse the crowd.
Despite the tension, the atmosphere was also filled with songs, chants, and a sense of community among the protesters.
The protests continued into the evening, with thousands of people participating.
A crowd of approximately 12,000 protesters gathered at Jantar Mantar, exceeding the area's capacity.
Clashes broke out between protesters and police, leading to the use of tear gas and lathicharge.
Six police officers, including two assistant commissioners, were injured during the clashes.
Protesters included a diverse group of students, professionals, and activists, with notable figures like Rakesh Tikait and Manoj Jarange Patil present.
The protests were marked by a mix of anger towards the government and a community-like atmosphere with songs and chants.
- Who
- Protesters, including students, professionals, and activists, along with police officers.
- What
- Protests against the NEET paper leak and demands for the resignation of Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan.
- When
- Wednesday evening.
- Where
- Jantar Mantar, Tolstoy Marg, and Parliament Street in Delhi.
- Why
- Protesters are demanding justice for the NEET paper leak and the resignation of the Education Minister.
Protesters
Police
Use of Force
Protesters
Protesters claim police used excessive force, including tear gas and lathicharge, to disperse the crowd.
Police
Police argue they had to use force to maintain order and prevent further clashes.
Crowd Control
Protesters
Protesters believe the police should have allowed more people into Jantar Mantar to accommodate the large crowd.
Police
Police maintain that the area could only safely accommodate around 4,000 people, and the crowd exceeded this capacity.
- Location
- Jantar Mantar, Tolstoy Marg, Parliament Street, Delhi
- Estimated Crowd Size
- 12,000
- Injured Police Officers
- 6
- Key Protesters
- Rakesh Tikait, Manoj Jarange Patil, Kanimozhi, Brinda Karat
- Protest Duration
- Ongoing