Archive · 26 Jul 2026
Violence erupts at Kolkata NEET protest rally
In Kolkata, a protest rally against the NEET examination paper leak turned violent.
Six FIRs have been filed by the police.
The protest was organized by the youth and students' wings of different Left parties, joined by the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP).
Criminals infiltrated the protest, causing rowdyism and hooliganism.
Bricks, stones, and other objects were hurled at the police and media persons.
The police had to use baton charges and tear gas to control the situation.
Several journalists were injured and are undergoing treatment.
The Chief Minister condemned the incident and assured strict action against the culprits.
Six FIRs registered over rowdyism during a joint rally by CJP and Left parties in Kolkata.
Criminals infiltrated the protest, causing violence and hooliganism.
Journalists and media persons were injured during the protest.
Police used baton charges and tear gas to control the situation.
Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari condemned the incident and assured strict action against the culprits.
- Who
- Protestors, criminals, journalists, police, Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari
- What
- Violence during a protest rally over NEET examination paper leak
- When
- Friday
- Where
- Kolkata, India
- Why
- Protest against NEET examination paper leak turned violent
Protest Organizers
Police and Government
Cause of Violence
Protest Organizers
Blame external criminals for infiltrating and causing violence during the protest.
Police and Government
Accuse protestors of turning violent and targeting media persons and police.
- Number of FIRs
- 6
- Location
- Kolkata, India
- Date of Incident
- Friday
- Injured Journalists
- Several
- Chief Minister's Response
- Condemned the incident and assured strict action
