MPYC seeks financial aid for NEET students

By Our Reporter

SHILLONG, May 21: The Meghalaya Pradesh Youth Congress (MPYC) has urged the state government to provide financial compensation and accommodation support to students appearing for the NEET UG 2026 re-examination on June 21.

In a memorandum submitted to Chief Minister Conrad K Sangma through the Deputy Commissioner of North Garo Hills on Thursday, MPYC president Timjim K Momin highlighted the hardships faced by students following the cancellation of the initial examination.

Momin stated that the cancellation has caused emotional distress and financial strain for families across the state. He pointed out that students from remote districts, such as North Garo Hills, face additional challenges due to poor transport connectivity and a lack of affordable lodging near examination centres.

The MPYC president noted that many students had already spent significant amounts on travel and stay for the original exam. The re-examination, he argued, imposes another round of costs that many economically weaker families cannot afford. He added that some students are reportedly considering skipping the exam due to these repeated expenses.

Urging the government to intervene, the MPYC demanded reimbursement for travel and lodging expenses, as well as state-sponsored accommodation for students travelling from rural and remote areas to the centres.