In Hangal, Karnataka, a large group of students and residents from various schools and colleges participated in a symbolic protest march on Thursday. The demonstration condemned the recent leak of the NEET exam paper, a nationwide medical entrance test. Protesters also criticized the lathi charge (police baton charge) on students who were demonstrating in Delhi over the same issue. They demanded the resignation of Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan, holding him accountable for the alleged security breach and the police action. The protest, described as a satyagraha, involved peaceful marches from multiple educational institutions. Participants carried placards and shouted slogans against the government's handling of the matter. The NEET paper leak has sparked outrage across the country, with many calling for a thorough investigation and stricter measures to prevent future incidents. The Delhi protest earlier saw students clashing with police, leading to injuries. The Hangal protest aimed to show solidarity with those affected and to pressure authorities to take action. Local police monitored the event, but no untoward incidents were reported.