Congress launches nationwide campaign on paper leaks, youth unemployment

The Indian National Congress has launched a nationwide campaign targeting youth unemployment and examination irregularities, specifically focusing on the NEET-UG paper leak controversy. Led by Rahul Gandhi, the movement demands accountability and systemic reform in the education sector.
Why it matters
The campaign taps into widespread student frustration regarding the integrity of national recruitment and entrance exams, posing a political challenge to the government.
In a move to reach out to the country’s youth, the Congress on Saturday (June 13, 2026) announced student conventions against paper leaks , decentralisation of NEET examinations, abolition of examination fees and fixing accountability for recurring examination irregularities.
The article focuses heavily on the opposition party's narrative and criticisms of the current government's handling of education issues.
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