Maharashtra Initiates Withdrawal of FIRs Against NEET, CJP Protesters

Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis has directed the state home department to begin the process of withdrawing first information reports (FIRs) registered against individuals who participated in protests against the National Eligibility cum Entrance Test (NEET) and the Cockroach Janata Party (CJP). The move follows similar decisions by the governments of Bihar and Assam.

The CJP, a political party, had earlier reminded the central government of its promise that no legal action would be taken against demonstrators. The party also warned of fresh protests if the FIRs were not withdrawn.

Protests against NEET have taken place in several states, with students alleging irregularities and demanding a re-examination. The Centre had previously assured protesters that there would be no retaliatory measures. The withdrawal of FIRs is seen as an effort to defuse tensions and uphold constitutional guarantees of peaceful assembly and expression.