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Akhilesh Yadav Slams Centre Over NEET Protests

Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav attacks Centre over police action on NEET aspirants. He alleges government is suppressing students instead of addressing concerns.

Mumbai Alert · Politics Desk
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Politics Desk · Mumbai Alert News · Mon, 20 July 2026 at 02:22 pm
Akhilesh Yadav Slams Centre Over NEET Protests

Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav launched a sharp attack on the Centre over the police action against protesting NEET aspirants on Monday. Speaking to reporters outside Parliament, Yadav claimed that opposition MPs had been detained at a police station while students protesting outside were being beaten up.

Yadav questioned the government's handling of the NEET examination, saying the Centre must be held accountable if irregularities had occurred. He asked who was responsible for the irregularities and whose credibility was at stake. The SP chief also took a swipe at the BJP-led government, saying they aspire to be a 'Vishwaguru' but cannot remove their own ministers.

The protests, according to Yadav, are linked to unemployment. He argued that a lack of jobs has pushed young people onto the streets. Yadav said that if jobs had been provided, the children would not have taken to the streets. He added that the immediate priority should be ensuring justice for NEET aspirants and treating the protesting students with dignity.

Yadav invoked Mahatma Gandhi, saying peaceful protests have historically compelled governments to listen. He hoped the government does not end up with a 'dignified farewell' over its handling of the issue. The SP chief also shared visuals from the protest march on social media, accompanying them with a poem centred on revolution against injustice.

The poem, which translates to 'revolution comes when...', highlights the frustrations of the people and the need for change. Yadav's attack on the Centre comes amid the ongoing protests by NEET aspirants, who are demanding justice over alleged irregularities in the examination.

The Samajwadi Party has been vocal in its support for the protesting students, with Yadav announcing the launch of a 'Vision India' movement against repeated paper leaks in the country. The movement aims to bring attention to the issues faced by students and to push for reforms in the education system.

The NEET protests have sparked a wider debate about the state of education in India and the need for reforms. The government has faced criticism for its handling of the situation, with many calling for greater accountability and transparency. As the protests continue, it remains to be seen how the government will respond to the demands of the students and the opposition.

The situation has significant implications for the country, with many young people feeling frustrated and disillusioned with the system. The need for reforms and greater accountability is clear, and it is up to the government to take action and address the concerns of the people.

In conclusion, Akhilesh Yadav's attack on the Centre over the NEET protests highlights the growing frustration and discontent among the people. The government must take action to address the concerns of the students and the opposition, and work towards creating a more just and equitable system.

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