(Image source: PTI on left, Rahul Gandhi (X) on right) Ahead of launching the Congress party’s nationwide campaign against paper leaks and examination irregularities, Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi on Monday said repeated exam failures and recruitment delays were crushing the aspirations of millions of young Indians.In a post on X, Gandhi said students were not receiving the rewards of hard work but were instead being punished for daring to dream.“Every paper leak, every canceled exam, every stalled recruitment – these aren’t just failures of the system, but blows struck against the dreams of millions,” he wrote.Calls on students to joinGandhi acknowledged the frustration and anger among young people affected by examination irregularities. He urged them to make their voices heard when governments fail to respond to their concerns.”Students’ Echo. Let’s come together and become a roar that can’t be ignored,” Gandhi said, calling on students across the country to join the campaign beginning in Kota and expanding nationwide.Conventions planned across major citiesFollowing the Kota event on June 17, Gandhi is scheduled to address student gatherings in Allahabad on July 10, Patna on July 11 and Delhi on July 14.The Congress said the campaign would highlight concerns over paper leaks, rising examination costs and what it described as the government’s failure to ensure a fair and transparent system.The party also plans extensive mobilisation efforts through the National Students’ Union of India (NSUI), Youth Congress, Pradesh Congress Committees and local party units to expand the movement across the country.Get the latest India news and live updates. Download the TOI App.About the AuthorTOI News DeskThe TOI News Desk comprises a dedicated and tireless team of journalists who operate around the clock to deliver the most current and comprehensive news and updates to the readers of The Times of India worldwide. With an unwavering commitment to excellence in journalism, our team is at the forefront of gathering, verifying, and presenting breaking news, in-depth analysis, and insightful reports on a wide range of topics. The TOI News Desk is your trusted source for staying informed and connected to the ever-evolving global landscape, ensuring that our readers are equipped with the latest developments that matter most.”Read MoreEnd of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideosCrew Used Ice Bottles to Preserve Indian Sailor’s Body Off Oman Coast | WatchCrowd Vs Police In Bihar After Exam Rush Descends Into Chaos At Patliputra Station | WatchNCPI Founder Says He Learnt About 20 TMC MPs’ Merger Through Social Media And NewsCongress Welcomes US-Iran Peace Pact, Accuses PM Modi Of ‘Blind Devotion’ To IsraelTMC Symbol Battle Begins As Rebel MPs Claim They Represent The ‘Real’ Trinamool CongressAshok Gehlot Triggers Row, Says Indira Gandhi Would Have Banned BJP If She Were Alive TodayIndian Army Revamps Dress Regulations, Retires Colonial-Era SymbolsFrom Farmland To Flight Path: Farmers Behind Jewar Airport Take Historic First Commercial FlightExplained: How a Fringe Tripura Party Became Central to the TMC Rebellion and NDA’s Numbers GameRSS Event Row: BJP Targets Kerala CM Over Remarks Against Vice-Chancellors123PhotostoriesUK to ban social media for under-16s: 5 countries that are already restricting children’s access onlineWhy your blood sugar may rise in summer even when you’re eating ‘Healthy,’ and the smart swaps that can helpYoga for healthy ageing: Understanding the theme of International Yoga Day 2026Mrunal Thakur’s Bright gota-work Anarkali is stealing the wedding season spotlightNew OTT releases this week (June 15–21): ‘Drishyam 3’, ‘Your Fault: London’ to ‘Thukra Ke Mera Pyaar 2’ and moreAgeing is inevitable, declining isn’t: Doctor shares 5 simple daily yoga habits that can help you stay strong, balanced and independentNot all pain is the same: Understanding the crucial differences between muscle pain and nerve pain8 iconic state trees of India every traveller and nature lover should know about5 things children often hide and why parents need to know these immediately10 summer-friendly saree fabrics for working women for comfort, style, and well-being123Hot PicksIndia A vs Sri Lanka A live scoreAP Inter Supplementary ResultsNEET Admit CardMHT CET PCM ResultMahua MoitraBaba Milandas murderNoida airportStock Market LiveGold rate todayTop TrendingKerala HSCAP first allotment result 2026UPSC Prelims ResultNEET UG Paper Leak ScamFIFA World Cup 2026Aldon SmithNoida AirportITR filing FY 2025-26CBSE 10th Second Board Result 2026Shreyanka PatilSpain vs Cabo Match Preview
Ahead of launching the Congress party’s nationwide campaign against paper leaks and examination irregularities, Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi on Monday said repeated exam failures and recruitment delays were crushing the aspirations of millions of young Indians.In a post on X, Gandhi said students were not receiving the rewards of hard work but were instead being punished for daring to dream.“Every paper leak, every canceled exam, every stalled recruitment – these aren’t just failures of the system, but blows struck against the dreams of millions,” he wrote.Calls on students to joinGandhi acknowledged the frustration and anger among young people affected by examination irregularities. He urged them to make their voices heard when governments fail to respond to their concerns.“Students’ Echo. Let’s come together and become a roar that can’t be ignored,” Gandhi said, calling on students across the country to join the campaign beginning in Kota and expanding nationwide.Conventions planned across major citiesFollowing the Kota event on June 17, Gandhi is scheduled to address student gatherings in Allahabad on July 10, Patna on July 11 and Delhi on July 14.The Congress said the campaign would highlight concerns over paper leaks, rising examination costs and what it described as the government’s failure to ensure a fair and transparent system.The party also plans extensive mobilisation efforts through the National Students’ Union of India (NSUI), Youth Congress, Pradesh Congress Committees and local party units to expand the movement across the country.
