Leader of the Opposition Rahul Gandhi on Thursday escalated his criticism of the Narendra Modi government over the ongoing controversy surrounding alleged examination irregularities, accusing the Centre of failing India’s students and weakening the country’s education system.
In a post on X, Gandhi alleged that the government had allowed the education system to deteriorate while protecting those responsible for repeated examination controversies. He said the country’s youth had paid the price for administrative failures and demanded immediate accountability.
Taking direct aim at Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Gandhi asserted that the government had failed to safeguard students’ interests and called for urgent corrective measures instead of political rhetoric.
The Congress leader reiterated three key demands on behalf of protesting students. He called for the resignation of Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan, urged the Prime Minister to publicly apologise to students affected by the controversy, and demanded strict action against those accused of using force against demonstrators during recent protests.
According to Gandhi, students protesting alleged paper leaks and examination-related issues were raising legitimate concerns that deserved a fair response rather than police intervention. He maintained that the government should focus on restoring confidence in the education system and ensuring accountability.
His remarks came shortly after Prime Minister Narendra Modi reaffirmed the Centre’s commitment to protecting students and tackling examination malpractice.
In his own message on X, the Prime Minister said that the future and welfare of India’s youth remained the government’s highest priority. He announced that fast-track courts would be established to expedite paper leak cases and warned that individuals found responsible for compromising students’ futures would face strict legal action.
Modi also stated that he had instructed the concerned authorities to take all necessary measures to address examination-related irregularities and strengthen the integrity of the education system.
The exchange marks the latest political confrontation over the alleged NEET paper leak controversy, which has triggered protests in several parts of the country. Opposition parties have continued to demand greater accountability from the government, while the Centre has maintained that reforms and legal action are underway to address examination fraud and restore public confidence.
Q1. What did Rahul Gandhi demand over the NEET controversy?
Rahul Gandhi demanded the resignation of Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan, an apology from Prime Minister Narendra Modi to students, and action against those accused of using force against protesters.
Q2. What did PM Modi announce regarding paper leak cases?
Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced that fast-track courts would be established to handle paper leak cases and said those responsible would face strict legal action.
Q3. Why are students protesting?
Students have been protesting over alleged examination irregularities, including the NEET paper leak, while demanding greater accountability and reforms in the education system.
Q4. What is the government’s position on the issue?
The Centre says it is committed to protecting students’ interests, taking action against examination malpractice and strengthening the examination system.
