The Delhi Metro Rail Corporation closed 17 stations from 7:30 AM Thursday, without stating a reason, though the move coincides with youth-led protests against the NEET paper leak in Delhi, which saw clashes and an alleged internet shutdown.
The Delhi Metro Rail Corporation closed 16 stations from 7:30 AM without stating a reason, though interchange facilities remain open at select points. This comes amidst ongoing youth-led protests by the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) in Delhi against the NEET paper leak, demanding the Union Education Minister's resignation.
Former India cricketer Yuvraj Singh shared a heartfelt message on the ongoing NEET examination paper leak protests, urging dialogue for a safe learning environment. The controversy has intensified with protests, parliamentary deadlock, and legal scrutiny, including Delhi Police FIRs and Delhi High Court notices. Olympian Manu Bhaker also voiced concern for students.
Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan accused Rahul Gandhi and Congress of exploiting students for political gains amid NEET protests, stating the government is ready for parliamentary discussion on the issue and committed to reforms, while condemning the opposition's "political spectacle."
Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) approached Indian Youth Congress (IYC) for coordination on NEET protest, but IYC declined, citing its own nationwide protests against NEET paper leak and CBSE issues, led by Rahul Gandhi.
