10 held for vandalism during NEET protest in Prayagraj

In Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh, 10 people were arrested for vandalizing private vehicles during a protest against the alleged NEET paper leak.

The incident happened on July 25 at the Patthar Girja Ghar intersection.

The police identified the accused through CCTV footage and videos recorded during the protest.

Three FIRs have been registered, and efforts are ongoing to arrest more individuals involved in the violence.

The arrested individuals were not students but included fruit vendors, hotel cleaners, and a history-sheeter.

Samajwadi Party president Akhilesh Yadav called the incident serious and questioned the Centre's assurance of no retribution against students involved in protests over paper leaks.