Archive · 24 Jul 2026
Mumbai Woman Blocks Police Van During NEET Protest
A woman named Rhiya Ahir, who is 27 years old, stood in front of a police van to stop them from taking away protesters during a demonstration in Mumbai.
The protest was about the NEET exam paper leak and the police's actions during a similar protest in Delhi.
Rhiya said that the police were not being responsible and that the education minister should either resign or talk to the students.
The protest in Delhi turned violent, with police using tear gas and batons.
Rhiya's actions went viral on social media.
She emphasized that the demands of the students are being heard but hopes they will be implemented.
She also denied that her actions were for fame, stating she did not show her face during the protest.
Rhiya Ahir, 27, blocked a police van carrying detained protesters during a NEET paper leak protest in Mumbai.
The protest was demanding the resignation of Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan.
Rhiya criticized the police for not acting responsibly and supported the protesters' demands.
A violent protest over the NEET paper leak in Delhi on July 20 led to nationwide demonstrations.
Rhiya's actions gained widespread attention on social media.
- Who
- Rhiya Ahir, a 27-year-old model and actor, and protesters demanding the resignation of Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan.
- What
- A protest over the NEET paper leak turned violent, with police using tear gas and batons to disperse the crowd.
- When
- The incident in Mumbai happened during a protest near Shivaji Park in Dadar, following a violent protest in Delhi on July 20.
- Where
- The protest in Mumbai took place near Shivaji Park in Dadar, following a protest in Delhi.
- Why
- Protesters are demanding the resignation of Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan over the NEET paper leak and the police's handling of the protest.
Protesters' Perspective
Police Perspective
Use of Force
Protesters' Perspective
Protesters claim police used excessive force, including tear gas and batons, during the NEET paper leak protest in Delhi.
Police Perspective
Police argue they were maintaining law and order and used necessary force to disperse the violent crowd.
Responsibility of Authorities
Protesters' Perspective
Protesters believe the police and authorities are not acting responsibly and should be held accountable for their actions.
Police Perspective
Authorities maintain they are following protocols and acting in the best interest of public safety.
- Location
- Shivaji Park, Dadar, Mumbai
- Protest Demand
- Resignation of Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan
- Protest Organizer
- Cockroach Janta Party
- Date of Delhi Protest
- July 20
- Protester's Name
- Rhiya Ahir
- Protester's Age
- 27
- Prime Minister's Announcement
- Severe punishment for offenders
- Alleged Mastermind Status
- Released on bail and cleared of all allegations
Sources
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