Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 02:06pm on 16 Aug 2026,Sunday India
Congress leader Rahul Gandhi met students protesting at Delhi’s Jantar Mantar over the alleged NEET-UG 2026 paper leak and examination irregularities. The students reportedly raised concerns about police action during earlier demonstrations and demanded accountability over issues affecting medical aspirants. Gandhi expressed solidarity with the protesters and criticised the government’s handling of their concerns. The protests have become a major political issue, with opposition parties questioning the Centre’s response and demanding stronger action over alleged irregularities. The government has maintained that students’ interests are a priority and announced measures, including fast-track courts for cases involving examination paper leaks. (PC: X)
