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Bihar government withdraws FIRs against NEET protestors
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The Bihar government announced the withdrawal of FIRs against all NEET protestors arrested during last week’s violent demonstrations, fulfilling a key demand of student groups and the CJP.
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Bihar government withdraws FIRs against NEET protestors
Home department officials stated that all FIRs filed against protestors involved in the NEET-related violence would be withdrawn, covering cases registered until 6 pm on July 26. The decision follows days of protests over alleged irregularities in the NEET-UG 2026 exam, which turned violent in several districts. The CJP had threatened legal action if the government failed to act. The move aims to de-escalate tensions amid ongoing investigations into the exam’s conduct.
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