'Ready to Answer All Questions': Amit Shah Writes to Om Birla, Offers Debate on NEET Agitation

Union Home Minister Amit Shah has written to Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla, affirming that the government is fully prepared to hold a structured debate in Parliament regarding the ongoing student agitation over the NEET examination. In his communication, Shah requested the Speaker to consult Opposition leaders and allocate adequate time for the discussion. The Home Minister assured the House that he would remain present throughout the debate to participate and directly answer all questions raised by the Opposition.

Shah highlighted that Parliamentary Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju had already communicated the government's willingness to discuss the student movement during a recent meeting of the Business Advisory Committee. ‘Not Interested in Lectures’: Rahul Gandhi’s Reply to Amit Shah’s Debate Offer; Takes ‘Mouse’ Jibe at Media (Video).

The Home Minister also pointed out that the Lower House had earlier discussed the Public Examinations (Prevention of Unfair Means) Amendment Bill during the ongoing session. He noted that Opposition members did not express views regarding the NEET examination during that debate, but emphasized that the government remains open to a fresh, dedicated discussion.

"In a democracy, solutions emerge through discussion and dialogue," Shah wrote in his letter, emphasizing his trust in parliamentary institutions and urging the Speaker to facilitate the discussion at the earliest.

Speaking to reporters outside Parliament, Shah reiterated his commitment, stating that he was prepared to sit through the House proceedings for the entirety of the allocated time to address every aspect of the issue. Where Will Rahul Gandhi Sit at Independence Day 2026 Event? Government Clarifies Protocol.

Amit Shah Asks Speaker to Allocate Time for NEET Debate

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The initiative comes amid persistent disruptions in Parliament, where Opposition parties have been demanding a dedicated discussion on allegations of paper leaks, administrative irregularities in the NEET-UG examination, and police handling of recent student demonstrations.

The controversy has triggered widespread protests across multiple states by student organizations demanding thorough investigations and systemic reforms in national competitive testing processes. With the Home Minister's formal request now delivered to the Speaker's office, Speaker Om Birla is expected to coordinate with leaders of various political parties to fix the timing and schedule for the Lok Sabha debate.

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