Eleven Arrested in Kolkata NEET Protest Violence, Ten Identified as Muslims; Multiple Cases Registered

West Bengal invoked the Goonda Act for the first time following violent clashes during a student protest in Kolkata. The state government targets individuals accused of creating disorder and attacking journalists. Eleven people were arrested for rioting, facing potential detention without trial. While officials condemn the violence, student organizations allege that provocateurs infiltrated the march to disrupt the demonstration.