- The Bihar government announced that it will withdraw all FIRs and release detainees related to the NEET protests, following political pressure.
- A notification from the Home Department confirmed the withdrawal of all FIRs, complaints, and show-cause notices related to incidents before 6 pm on July 26.
- The government stated that it will not initiate any punitive or retaliatory legal action against individuals who participated in protests before the specified deadline.
- Tejashwi Yadav issued an ultimatum demanding the withdrawal of cases against protesters, threatening a statewide agitation if not addressed.
- The decision to withdraw FIRs and release detainees comes amid widespread protests in Bihar over alleged NEET-UG examination irregularities.
- The legal process to withdraw all FIRs and complaints will begin immediately, ensuring no future legal actions against those involved.
The Bihar government has announced the withdrawal of all FIRs and the release of detainees related to NEET protests prior to July 26, amid increasing political pressure. This decision follows a warning from Tejashwi Yadav, leader of the Rashtriya Janata Dal, who threatened statewide agitation if the cases were not dropped.1
In a notification from the Home Department, the government stated it would not initiate any punitive or retaliatory legal action against individuals involved in protests before 6 pm on July 26. The notification applies to all legal actions arising from incidents occurring before this deadline, marking a significant policy shift in response to widespread protests over alleged NEET-UG examination irregularities.235
The government assured that all individuals arrested or detained in connection with these protests would be released immediately. The announcement comes as a relief for many demonstrators who faced legal repercussions during the protests. The Home Department emphasized that no future legal action would be taken against those named in cases registered before the cut-off date, ensuring a comprehensive withdrawal of all FIRs, complaints, and show-cause notices.
This move reflects the government's attempt to quell unrest and address the concerns of students, who have been vocal about the alleged irregularities in the NEET examination process. The decision is seen as a response to the mounting pressure from opposition parties and student organizations, highlighting the political dynamics at play in Bihar's governance.
“The Bihar government announced it will not initiate any future legal action against individuals involved in protests before 6 pm on July 26, marking a significant policy shift. This decision follows mounting political pressure, particularly from Rashtriya Janata Dal leader Tejashwi Yadav, who warned of statewide agitation if the cases were not dropped.”
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