Keep students focused on studies, away from protest calls: AIU to varsities
Association of Indian Universities (AIU) asked universities to counsel students against missing classes for protests over examination issues.
AIU president Vinay Kumar Pathak said prolonged agitation causes loss of academic time, disrupted preparation, and avoidable stress.
AIU acknowledged student concerns but argued protests are unnecessary as the government committed to transparent and error-free exams.
The letter came amid protests at Jantar Mantar over NEET-UG 2026 paper leak, demanding reforms and resignation of education minister Dharmendra Pradhan.
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