"CJP's 26-Day Protest Over NEET Paper Leak: Demands and Centre's Response Revealed"

The Delhi High Court Takes Action on Alleged Excessive Use of Force During Protests

The controversy surrounding the alleged excessive use of force during the July 20 protest has now escalated to the Delhi High Court. The court has issued notices to the Centre, Delhi Police, and the NHRC.

The CJP's protest over the NEET paper leak, which began earlier this year, has entered Day 26 on Thursday. What initially started as a student-led campaign for accountability in competitive exam paper leaks has evolved into a larger political movement linking to police actions from the July 20 "chalo sansad" march onwards.

The protest has gained momentum, with court interventions, hunger strikes, opposition support both inside and outside Parliament, and reactions from political figures like Nadda. Fresh clashes near Delhi's Jantar Mantar on the third day of the protest, allegations of internet shutdowns, and climate activist Sonam Wangchuk's conditional offer to end his fast have further fueled the debate.

The CJP initiated the protest a month ago, accusing the government of failing to ensure fair NEET examinations after reports of paper leaks. The party is demanding the resignation of Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan, a transparent investigation into alleged examination irregularities, education system reforms, and compensation for families of students who died by suicide due to the paper leak.

Following the prevention of a march to Parliament on July 20, protesters shifted their agitation to Jantar Mantar, where they have been conducting a sit-in protest. The protest entered its fourth day on Thursday, with tensions escalating once again on Wednesday.

The Centre has expressed willingness to engage with protesters but insists that the issue should be discussed in Parliament rather than being turned into a political confrontation. PM Narendra Modi has aounced the establishment of fast-track courts to punish the guilty, and Union Health Minister JP Nadda highlighted ongoing discussions with the CJP.

Opposition parties, including Congress leaders Rahul Gandhi and Priyanka Gandhi Vadra, have been actively supporting the protesters. They staged protests outside PM Modi's residence and in Parliament, demanding examination reforms and accountability.

With the controversy escalating, the Delhi High Court has stepped in by hearing two litigations regarding the alleged excessive use of force during the July 20 protest. The court has issued notices to the Centre, Delhi Police, and the NHRC, indicating a potential legal battle ahead.