Rahul Gandhi Criticizes Government Over NEET-UG 2026 Exam Cancellation
'Amrit Kaal Turned Into Poison Era': Rahul Gandhi Slams Centre Over NEET-UG 2026 Cancellation
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Rahul Gandhi, the Leader of Opposition in the Lok Sabha, condemned the BJP-led government's cancellation of the NEET-UG 2026 exam, citing the impact on over 22 lakh students. He attributed the decision to government negligence and corruption in education, calling it a betrayal of students' hard work and dreams.
- 01Rahul Gandhi criticized the cancellation of the NEET-UG 2026 exam, affecting over 22 lakh students.
- 02The National Testing Agency (NTA) canceled the exam amid allegations of paper leaks and irregularities.
- 03Gandhi emphasized the emotional and financial burdens on families preparing for the exam.
- 04The government has referred the matter to the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) for investigation.
- 05Gandhi described the situation as a crime against the future of students.
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Rahul Gandhi, the Leader of Opposition in the Lok Sabha, sharply criticized the BJP-led government following the cancellation of the NEET-UG 2026 examination, which affected over 22 lakh students. The National Testing Agency (NTA) announced the cancellation due to allegations of paper leaks and irregularities, leading to a referral to the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) for a thorough investigation. Gandhi highlighted the significant emotional and financial strain on families, noting that many parents took loans or sold possessions to support their children's preparations. He expressed concern over the impact on students' mental health and questioned the integrity of the examination system, stating that the current situation represents a betrayal of students' hard work. The NTA assured that fresh exam dates would be announced without requiring additional registration or fees, as investigations into the alleged irregularities continue.
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The cancellation of the NEET-UG 2026 exam has caused significant distress among students and their families, many of whom invested heavily in preparation. The re-examination process will further burden these families financially and emotionally.
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