Parents Left To Endure Heat, Wait Without Water Outside NEET ReTest Centres Parents accompanying candidates for the NEET-UG 2026 re-test in Nagpur faced severe hardships on Sunday as they endured scorching heat and a lack of basic amenities while waiting outside examination centres. Complaints emerged about prolonged waits, no access to drinking water, shaded areas, or seating, despite National Testing Agency (NTA) advisories mandating proper arrangements for both candidates and their guardians. At centres such as DNC, Shivaji Science College, Kendriya Vidyalaya, Ajni, and SFS College, parents sought refuge under trees, at bus stops, or on footpaths to escape the intense heat. At Kendriya Vidyalaya, Ajni, guardians reported the absence of designated waiting areas, seating, or water provisions. A parent from Chandrapur claimed no facilities were provided for accompanying family members, while Yogesh Godekar, who travelled from Umred, expressed frustration over the lack of shelter. “There is no place to wait. We have to stand on the road and footpath for hours,” he said. Another guardian noted that arrangements during the May NEET exam had been better, but this time, nothing was provided. Parents from Kamptee revealed they spent nearly ₹4,000 on travel and related expenses to bring their children to the centres, only to face these challenges. Ramesh Jame highlighted that families from rural areas began their journeys at 7am or 8am to reach exam centres by 11am, yet no basic shelters or seating were available. Candidates like Manthan Kambhle and Aditya Makde, who travelled two hours from Mauda, remained focused on their goals despite the inconvenience. Uday Kamle, a parent, emphasized the stress on families due to examination controversies.#nagpur #nta #kendriya_vidyalaya #neetug_2026 #shivaji_science_college
NEET-UG 2026 Retest Held Smoothly in Nagpur; Students Find Paper Tougher Than May 3 Exam Nagpur: Over 12,000 candidates participated in the NEET-UG 2026 retest across 30 centers in Nagpur on Sunday, with the examination proceeding without major disruptions despite tight security measures. While most candidates and parents praised the logistical arrangements, the question paper sparked mixed reactions, with many students reporting it as more challenging than the original test held on May 3. At Shivaji Science College (DNC), two female students faced entry denial after arriving late. One reached the center three minutes past the 1:30 pm cutoff, while the other arrived around 2 pm. Both were visibly distressed and could not provide satisfactory explanations for their delays. The examination centers opened at 11 am, and entry restrictions were strictly enforced. Students described the retest as significantly more demanding, particularly in the Physics section. Ayush Sharma noted that the paper was "considerably tougher" than the May 3 exam, with Biology being comparatively easier. "In the earlier paper, we could comfortably attempt around 40 out of 45 questions in each section, but this time it was much harder due to the paper’s length and complexity," he said. Shranvi Kumar called the paper "balanced overall" but highlighted Physics as the most difficult section due to tricky questions. Sana Qureshi echoed this sentiment, stating that Biology was the easiest section while Physics consumed the most time. "As a nursing student, I could solve Biology quickly without much difficulty," she remarked. Aayushi found the paper manageable but noted that Physics required far more time than anticipated.#ayush_sharma #neetug_2026 #shivaji_science_college_dnc #shranvi_kumar #sana_qureshi
