Akhilesh Yadav Criticizes Government Over NEET-UG Paper Leak and Police Actions
Akhilesh Yadav's Strong Critique of Government Actions
On Monday, Akhilesh Yadav, the leader of the Samajwadi Party, expressed his disapproval of the central government's handling of the NEET-UG paper leak controversy and the police's response to student protests. He accused the administration of acting out of arrogance rather than for the welfare of the public. Speaking to reporters, Yadav condemned the detention of students and the alleged mistreatment they faced. He remarked on the government's contradictory stance, stating, 'How can a government that claims to support everyone ignore the voices of children? Is this a government or merely your ego? If it were a true government, it would listen to the youth.'
Concerns Over NEET Examination Integrity
Yadav raised questions about the integrity of the National Testing Agency and the conduct of national examinations, asking who would be held accountable if cheating occurred during the NEET exam. He emphasized the importance of credibility and questioned who was responsible for ensuring proper preparation. Furthermore, he criticized the government's slogans like 'Vishwaguru' and 'Amrit Kaal,' linking the discontent among youth to a lack of job opportunities. He stated, 'They want to be a 'Vishwaguru' and claim this is an 'Amrit Kaal,' yet they cannot even remove their ministers. You have neither provided jobs nor employment. If jobs had been created, would students be protesting in the streets?'
Right to Protest and Historical Comparisons
Emphasizing the right to protest, Yadav compared the current situation to the British colonial era, asserting that the most pressing issue now is ensuring justice for NEET students and treating the protesting students with respect. He noted that during the British rule, the voices of the people were heard. 'This is why Gandhi is revered worldwide – he showed the path of protest,' he added.
Police Response to Protests
Yadav's statements followed a light police baton charge aimed at dispersing hundreds of protesters attempting to march towards Parliament. The demonstration, which began at Jantar Mantar, severely disrupted traffic in the capital, prompting the deployment of a large number of security forces to manage the crowd. As the protests intensified, security measures in Parliament were heightened, with several gates being closed. The Chief Justice had called for a 'March to Parliament,' gathering activists and protesters at Jantar Mantar. In preparation for the march and the upcoming monsoon session, officials conducted extensive security drills to maintain order.
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