NEET paper leak row—Centre likely to call floor leaders meeting but asks Oppn not to raise resignation demand: Report
The Centre is likely to convene a meeting of floor leaders soon to discuss holding a debate in Parliament on the NEET-UG 2026 paper leak
The Centre is likely to convene a meeting of floor leaders soon to discuss holding a debate in Parliament on the NEET-UG 2026 paper leak issue, amid continuing youth protests in the national capital. ANI sources said the government has begun reaching out to floor leaders and has conveyed that it is open to a discussion on the matter, but without any preconditions such as demands for resignations. Earlier in the day, Union Health Minister JP Nadda, commenting on his meeting with Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) leaders, said they were welcome to meet him either at his official residence or at his office. Quick answers to key questions • 5 QUESTIONS 1 What is the recent NEET paper leak controversy involving the Cockroach Janata Party? ⌵ The NEET paper leak controversy relates to allegations against the Education Minister, Dharmendra Pradhan, following protests by the Cockroach Janata Party (CJP) demanding his resignation due to the impact of the leak on students nationwide. 2 Why has the CJP called for resignation of Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan? ⌵ The CJP has called for Dharmendra Pradhan's resignation, asserting it as non-negotiable, due to his perceived incompetence in preventing the NEET paper leaks and his failure to ensure a secure examination system.
3 How is the Indian government responding to the NEET paper leak protests? ⌵ The Indian government is open to discussions regarding the NEET paper leak issue, with Prime Minister Modi announcing plans to establish fast-track courts for swift punishment of those involved in paper leaks, though the CJP has criticized this response. 4 What demands are being made by the CJP regarding compensation for families affected by the NEET paper leak? ⌵ The CJP demands ₹1 crore compensation for families of students who committed suicide following the NEET paper leak incident, as part of their broader call for accountability and reform in the education system. 5 Should the government meet the CJP protests at a neutral venue? ⌵ The CJP insists that any discussions with the government occur at a neutral venue, as they believe this will facilitate a more open dialogue regarding their demands, including the resignation of the Education Minister. "Yes, we are ready to talk with CJP," he stated. This comes amid the ongoing youth protests led by the Cockroach Janata Party (CJP), demanding the resignation of Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan over the NEET paper leak controversy, which impacted lakhs of students nationwide.
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