Teen NEET aspirant dies by suicide in Tamil Nadu's Coimbatore; protests erupt for ‘justice’

A young NEET aspirant in Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu, tragically took his own life amid growing tensions over the cancelled NEET-UG exam, which was initially held on May 3 due to allegations of cheating. The student's death has sparked widespread protests demanding justice and accountability, highlighting the immense pressure students face in India's competitive medical entrance exam system. This incident underscores the urgent need for systemic reforms to support students' mental health and to address the stress caused by such high-stakes examinations.