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Education Minister apologizes in Parliament for his remarks about HSC examinees
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BIONIC READING
In a Nutshell:
- Minister Milon apologized in parliament for calling HSC candidates "farm er murgi"; the remarks have recently drawn widespread public objection.
- Students marched to parliament gates around 6pm, staging a sit-in with three formal demands.
- Demands include minister's resignation, retaking of 13 July exams, and postponement of the following day's paper.
Why it Matters
The proposal of retaking exams for three subjects if needed signals the government responding to pressure, but students are still demanding more. But with students still demanding the minister's resignation and no formal confirmation of retaking or exam date set, the situation remains unresolved and could escalate further.
Who it matters to
Minister Milon's parliamentary apology came only after students marched to parliament's gates, raising questions about whether it reflects genuine accountability or damage control. His earlier remarks, including references to students as "farm er murgi," made the situation significantly harder to walk back. The trust between students and the ministry will take more than one session in parliament to rebuild.
