Congress Demands Supreme Court Probe Into NEET Scandal

The Congress has again called for a Supreme Court-monitored investigation into the NEET exam controversy, asserting that the issue will also be raised in Parliament. The party accuses the Modi government of mishandling the situation, leading to grave consequences for 24 lakh students, and demands harsh penalties for those involved.

At a press conference on Thursday, the Congress reiterated its demand for a Supreme Court-monitored investigation into the NEET exam issue, stressing that the dissatisfaction surrounding the controversy will echo within Parliament.

The opposition also called for the National Testing Agency (NTA) Director General to be removed, accusing the BJP government of an insensitive and irresponsible attitude towards the ongoing demands for an inquiry. Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge criticized the Modi administration for allegedly jeopardizing the future of millions of students over the last decade through malpractices such as paper leaks and corruption.

Kharge claimed that a nexus between exam centers and coaching centers resulted in a 'pay money, get paper' scheme. He called for a comprehensive CBI investigation into the alleged NEET scam, urging swift compensation for affected students. The party vowed to present the 24 lakh students' grievances in the upcoming Parliament session. Meanwhile, Congress general secretary Jairam Ramesh questioned discrepancies in the exam process and results, adding further urgency for immediate corrective action.