Kejriwal Calls for Free Bus Travel for Students on NEET Re-Exam Day
Kejriwal urges governments to make bus travel free for students for NEET re-exam

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On May 24, 2026, Arvind Kejriwal, chief of the Aam Aadmi Party, urged all state governments in India to provide free bus travel for students on the day of the NEET re-examination. This initiative aims to alleviate the stress students face following the recent exam paper leak and cancellation.
- 01Kejriwal made the appeal through a video posted on X, emphasizing the importance of supporting students.
- 02The AAP-led Punjab government has already announced free bus travel for students on NEET re-exam day.
- 03Chief Ministers of Haryana and Bihar have also followed suit with similar announcements.
- 04Kejriwal highlighted the distress faced by students due to the recent exam disruptions.
- 05He called on all political party leaders to prioritize student welfare during this challenging time.
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Arvind Kejriwal, the chief of the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP), made a heartfelt appeal on May 24, 2026, urging all state governments in India to offer free bus travel for students on the day of the National Eligibility cum Entrance Test (NEET) re-examination. In a video shared on social media platform X, Kejriwal expressed his request with 'folded hands,' emphasizing the need for collective action from all Chief Ministers, regardless of their political affiliations. He noted that the AAP-led government in Punjab had already taken the initiative to provide free bus travel for students during the NEET re-exam, which is a response to the recent distress caused by the paper leak and subsequent cancellation of the examination. Following Punjab's lead, the Chief Ministers of Haryana and Bihar have also announced similar measures. Kejriwal believes that this decision will significantly relieve students who have been working hard and are now facing increased anxiety due to the examination's complications. He reiterated the importance of supporting students through these challenging times.
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This initiative could significantly ease transportation costs for students, helping to ensure they can attend the re-examination without added financial burden.
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