Student protests in Patna, Bihar, on Saturday over the NEET paper leak issue turned tense as stone pelting was reported, and police intervened and detained several students. The police quickly intervened to control the situation, and more police were on hand to prevent further escalation. Details of the sequence of events are still being worked out in detail.
Student and youth groups have been calling for national attention upon the alleged paper leak and are calling for action against those responsible and for the national government to take care of competitive exams throughout the country.
#WATCH | Patna, Bihar: Stone pelting during students' protest over NEET paper leak issue. Police detain the protestors. More details awaited. pic.twitter.com/yBF92lCQQR
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According to the protesters’ initial account, tension rose during the demonstration and stone pelting was recorded. Police officers arrived at the site to disperse the crowd and restore order. Protesters were detained in the event, but officials have not yet announced how many people were detained.
The specifics of the reported stone pelting have not yet been officially established. Based on witness accounts and video footage, authorities will take the case to trial and judge what happened.
Security was up around the protest site, and police attempted to control the unrest. Barricades were erected in some places and movement within nearby areas had to be suspended for a short time as policemen dispersed the crowd and kept the public safe.
But the NEET paper leak has led to protests in different parts of India, and students are worried a serious test of one of the country's most important entrance exams will be compromised. Aspirants and student organizations have said any compromise in the examination process undermines merit and affects lakhs of students preparing for medical admissions.
Political leaders and student groups have also weighed in on the issue, and opposition parties have criticized the government over the issue and want more accountability. The government has defended the situation, saying there is due investigation and corrective steps and the examination system is under control.
In Bihar, demonstrations over the NEET controversy have continued over recent weeks, indicative of the emotions surrounding the issue. Student organizations have held rallies, marches and public meetings to push for reforms and take down those who are found responsible for alleged examination irregularities.
Law enforcement agencies have appealed to protesters to maintain peace and conduct demonstrations within the law. Police officials have said peaceful protests are permitted, but violence and damage to public property will be illegal and will be sanctioned.
Now, police are not giving any official word on whether police or protesters were injured during the incident. There is no word on whether any criminal cases have been registered over the stone pelting.
This latest incident in Patna is just the latest of the many issues that have arisen from the NEET paper leak and a growing demand for transparency and accountability in the examination process. With investigations into the wider controversy ongoing, student organizations have said they will continue the campaign until they have clarity on the issue.
We will make further information known once a more detailed assessment is made. The number of detainees, the events that led to the stone pelting, and any subsequent legal action will become clearer as more information comes out from the authorities. The focus is on maintaining public order, and in the meantime, the issues of students are addressed through institutional and legal mechanisms.
