Students in Tamil Nadu have been on a hunger strike for 10 days demanding a ban on the NEET exam. CJP chief Abhijit Dipka has voiced his support, while protesters rejected the Health Minister's request for more time.
Key Takeaways
- Anti-NEET Federation members have been on an indefinite hunger strike for 10 days in Tamil Nadu.
- CJP founder Abhijit Dipka expressed solidarity via video call, supporting the demand to bring education under the state list.
- Protesters rejected the Health Minister's 10-day window, issuing a strict 2-3 day ultimatum instead.
- Similar student unrest is witnessed in Jharkhand against the JMM-Congress led government over recruitment exam irregularities.
Tensions are escalating in Tamil Nadu as students continue an indefinite hunger strike demanding a complete ban on the NEET (National Eligibility cum Entrance Test). The protest, led by the Anti-NEET Federation, has entered its tenth day in Chennai. Adding fuel to the movement, Abhijit Dipka, the founder of the Cockroach Janata Party (CJP), has openly supported the cause via a video call, urging the government to decentralize education.
The severity of the protest is evident as three members remain on a strict fast. A fourth member had to be hospitalized due to deteriorating health. According to Manirathnam, brother of federation leader S. Anita, the only viable solution is to ban NEET and return education to the state's jurisdiction.
Why This Matters
BozokMedia analysis shows a worrying trend of systemic failure in states governed by Congress-aligned coalitions. From Tamil Nadu to Jharkhand, students are bypassing traditional political channels to launch direct actions. This indicates a growing trust deficit between the youth and the current administrative frameworks regarding meritocracy and educational equity.
"When educational aspirations clash with rigid centralized testing, the result is inevitable social unrest among the youth."
State Health Minister K.G. Arunraj attempted to mediate by promising a resolution in the assembly, requesting a 10-day grace period. However, the protesters dismissed this as a delay tactic, giving the government a final ultimatum of 2-3 days to pass the resolution.
| State | Core Issue | Governing Coalition |
|---|---|---|
| Tamil Nadu | NEET Ban Demand | Vijay Thalapathy (Congress-backed) |
| Jharkhand | JPSC/JSSC Reform & CBI Probe | Hemant Soren (INDIA Alliance) |
Frequently Asked Questions
1. Why are students in Tamil Nadu protesting against NEET?
They argue that NEET creates an uneven playing field, favoring those who can afford private coaching and marginalizing students from government schools.
2. What is the situation in Jharkhand?
Students in Jharkhand are protesting against alleged irregularities in JPSC and JSSC exams, demanding a CBI probe and the cancellation of several recruitment tests.
