Akhilesh Yadav Alleges Samajwadi Party Was Denied Opportunity To Speak on NEET Controversy in Lok Sabha (Video)
SP Chief Akhilesh Yadav protested sharply in the Lok Sabha on Wednesday, questioning Speaker Om Birla after the party was allegedly denied an opportunity to speak on the national eligibility-cum-entrance test (NEET) paper leak controversy, even as representatives from the ruling Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) and the main opposition Congress were allowed to address the House.
Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav on Wednesday strongly objected in the Lok Sabha after claiming that his party was not allowed to participate in a discussion on the NEET controversy, even as members of the BJP and Congress were permitted to speak. His remarks came during a heated parliamentary session marked by protests from opposition parties over alleged irregularities in the medical entrance examination and recent police action against student demonstrators, as reported by TOI.
Akhilesh Yadav Questions Lok Sabha Speaker's Decision
During the proceedings, Akhilesh Yadav expressed his dissatisfaction with the conduct of the debate, questioning why the Samajwadi Party had not been given an opportunity to present its views. Rahul Gandhi, Akhilesh Yadav Removed by Police During Dharna Near PM Narendra Modi's Residence in Delhi.
Akhilesh Yadav Alleges Samajwadi Party Was Denied Opportunity To Speak on NEET
VIDEO | Speaking in the Lok Sabha, Samajwadi Party MP Akhilesh Yadav, says, "This is not an issue of Congress, Samajwadi Party, BJP... this is an issue of students, youths. The way government has behaved... students were thrashed. We were compelled to hold protest outside the… pic.twitter.com/EoCQUtFAoG
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Addressing Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla, he said that while members of the BJP and Congress were allowed to speak, his party was denied the same opportunity. He also questioned whether there was an understanding between the government and the Congress regarding the discussion.
Opposition Continues Protest Over NEET
The exchange took place amid continuing protests by opposition parties demanding a comprehensive discussion on the NEET issue. The opposition has been seeking accountability over alleged examination irregularities and has also raised concerns over police action against students who recently demonstrated in Delhi. Monsoon Session 2026: Opposition Leaders Wear Black in High-Voltage Protest Over Student Crackdown and Paper Leaks.
Several opposition MPs attended Parliament wearing black as a symbolic protest, calling for greater transparency and accountability from the government.
Government Agrees to Discussion
The Centre has indicated that it is prepared to hold a discussion on the NEET controversy in Parliament. However, opposition parties have maintained that they also want Prime Minister Narendra Modi to make a statement on the issue and have reiterated their demand for Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan's resignation.
Parliamentary Tensions Continue
The disagreement over speaking time added to the tense atmosphere in Parliament, where repeated disruptions have occurred over the NEET controversy and related protests. Opposition parties have accused the government of limiting debate, while the ruling side has maintained that it is willing to discuss the issue within parliamentary rules.
The NEET controversy has remained one of the principal issues before Parliament during the current session. Opposition parties have linked the debate to concerns over alleged paper leak irregularities, examination transparency, and the treatment of protesting students, leading to repeated protests both inside and outside Parliament.
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