Parents of NEET aspirants who died by suicide following the cancellation of the 2026 exam are demanding structural education reforms to prevent future tragedies.They argue that the resignation of Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan, triggered by student protests and police violence, is insufficient.

Families highlight the government's failure to understand the mental anguish of students and their parents, citing incidents like the brutal police assault at Jantar Mantar.

One father from Uttar Pradesh expressed hope that reforms could prevent similar incidents, while a mother from Nagpur emphasized the need for accountability for those responsible for the paper leak and student mistreatment.Compensation for lost lives is deemed inadequate, with families urging transparency and fairness in exams.

The article underscores the systemic failures in handling exam-related stress and the call for systemic changes to protect students' mental health.