CITU Protests Against NEET Paper Leak and Education Policy

The Centre of Indian Trade Unions (CITU) held a protest in Guna, Madhya Pradesh, on Sunday against alleged irregularities in the National Eligibility cum Entrance Test (NEET) paper leak, the National Education Policy 2020, and the arrest of social activist Sonam Wangchuk. The demonstration, called by CITU's national leadership, included a gathering in front of the municipal complex, sloganeering against central government policies, and a rally that submitted a memorandum to the joint collector addressed to the President. Speakers including CITU state vice president Dr. Vishnu Sharma, district president Surendra Saini, general secretary Girish Kashyap, and Gyanesh Mer accused the government of undermining the education system and harming students' futures through exam irregularities. The protest reflects ongoing political and social tensions around education reform and student rights in India.

Global Impact

The protest has limited global impact, as it is a regional political demonstration in a single Indian city. However, if the NEET paper leak scandal escalates into a nationwide crisis, it could undermine confidence in India's higher education system, affecting international student recruitment and partnerships.