Four students not allowed to write NEET in the State, leads to political slugfest

Four students were denied entry to the UGNEET-2026 retest in Karnataka due to late arrival or incorrect documentation. The incident sparked a political dispute between the BJP and Congress regarding traffic disruptions caused by a political rally.
Why it matters
The incident underscores the high-stakes nature of competitive entrance exams and the impact of political activities on public infrastructure and student access.
Four students in the State, who turned up at the exam centres, were not allowed to write the retest of UGNEET-2026 on Sunday in Karnataka, three for late arrival and one student for carrying the hall ticket of the May 3 examination.
The article presents both the BJP's accusations and the Congress government's rebuttal, maintaining a balanced reporting style.
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