Minister promises help to tribal student who qualified NEET in Yercaud
A government minister in Yercaud has pledged to support a tribal student who successfully qualified for the NEET medical entrance exam. The minister provided personal financial assistance and promised to advocate for further government support for her education.
Why it matters
Highlights government efforts to support underprivileged students in accessing higher education in competitive fields like medicine.
Minister for Transport A. Vijay Tamilan Parthiban on Monday (July 20) promised help to a tribal student who qualified NEET. E. Nivetha (19), a resident of Gundur in Yercaud, recently cleared the National Eligibility-cum-Entrance Test (NEET) by securing 245 marks. The Minister met her and her parents on Monday and promised them that he would take the matter to the attention of the Chief Minister and would take steps to provide necessary help for her study.
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