Abolishing NEET Only Permanent Solution, Says DMK Chief MK Stalin

Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK) President MK Stalin on Wednesday renewed his demand for scrapping the National Eligibility cum Entrance Test (NEET), saying that abolishing the medical entrance examination would provide a permanent solution to concerns surrounding the system. Stalin’s remarks came amid protests by students and opposition parties over alleged irregularities linked to NEET and the government’s handling of demonstrations. The Former Tamil Nadu Chief Minister said the student protest in Delhi had drawn nationwide attention and highlighted concerns raised by candidates.

In a social media post, Stalin said the DMK had opposed NEET since its introduction and claimed that the party had repeatedly raised concerns about the examination system. "We were the first to warn that NEET was designed to enable large-scale irregularities. That is why the DMK has opposed NEET from the very beginning, consistently pointing out the dangers it poses," he wrote. Stalin said Tamil Nadu had historically focused on issues related to social justice and equal access to education.

Referring to the state’s opposition to the entrance test, he said, "Tamil Nadu which led India in defending social justice and paved the way for the First Constitutional Amendment has only one demand -- Abolition of NEET." "Only scrapping NEET will provide a lasting solution to all these problems," Stalin added. The DMK has been one of the strongest political opponents of NEET, arguing that a common national entrance examination creates challenges for students from different educational backgrounds and may affect access to medical education for disadvantaged groups.

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The Centre, however, has maintained that NEET ensures a uniform admission process for medical colleges across the country and promotes transparency in medical admissions. The examination is conducted for undergraduate medical admissions and is taken by lakhs of students every year. The debate over NEET has intensified following allegations of irregularities in the examination process, with opposition parties demanding accountability and reforms. The government has said that steps are being taken to address concerns and maintain the credibility of competitive examinations.

The protests have also become a major political issue, with parties across the country raising questions about examination security, student welfare and the need for reforms. Stalin’s latest statement reflects the DMK’s continued opposition to NEET and the party’s position that Tamil Nadu should be allowed greater control over medical admission policies. The issue is expected to remain a key point of political discussion as the Centre and opposition parties debate the future of the examination system.

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