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TN NEET Results Disprove DMK’s Anti-NEET Claims: Government School Students Secure Top Medical College Spots, Debunking ‘Social Justice’ Myths

August 31, 2024
The Commune

In yet another heartwarming result that counters the DMK’s anti-NEET rhetoric, two government school students from humble backgrounds in Tamil Nadu have defied the odds to secure coveted spots in a government medical college due to their NEET results. One of these students comes from a Karur family that runs a small tea shop, while the other, from Erode, is supported by his aunt, who works as a tailor. Their achievements highlight the potential for success for Tamil Nadu students in NEET examination results despite challenging circumstances.

With a cheerful demeanour, the student Hari Haran introduced himself by first mentioning his parents and their humble background of owning a small tea shop. He shared, “I have been studying in Tamil medium schools since the beginning and have been an average student. I recently passed my exams with the ambition of becoming a doctor. I took the NEET exam for the first time, but I didn’t achieve the marks I hoped for. My parents encouraged me to continue studying, so I joined a private coaching institute. Despite that, I still didn’t clear the exam. However, on my next attempt, I scored 627 marks and secured the 15th rank among the 7.5% reservation quota in Tamil Nadu.” He concluded by expressing his deep gratitude to his parents and teachers who supported him throughout his journey.

Hari Haran has secured a seat at Madras Medical College in Chennai, inspiring many who dream of becoming doctors.

Another student from Sathyamangalam, with his calm demeanor, emphasizes the importance of striving hard to achieve big goals.

He shared, “I studied from 6th to 12th grade at Satyamangalam Model School. I scored 524 marks in the 12th grade. Since I had dreamed of pursuing medical studies, I took the MBBS entrance exam NEET and scored 545 marks. I have been selected for Thoothukudi Medical College through the Tamil Nadu medical counselling process, with a 7.5% government student reservation.”

Satyamangalam urged others who benefit from the quota to serve the community with dedication and debunked the myth that the NEET exam is exceedingly challenging, saying, “Many students think that the NEET exam is tough and are not even trying. Even if they try, they give up after the first or second attempt, but what we desire is so great that we must strive accordingly. No matter how difficult the NEET exam is, the burden will be lightened when we work with determination to win. So, no one need to be afraid of thinking that it is tough; everyone can do it. I am an example of it try, and you can win.”

Another student, Sholai Malar Kodi, after successfully navigating counselling and securing a spot in a government college, told reporters, “NEET isn’t a tough exam; it becomes easy if you study.” She explained how she only studied in government schools. Her hard work paid off in her NEET results, earning her a seat at Virudhunagar Medical College.

She advised other students, “Many people believe the NEET exam is tough, but it wasn’t as they said. Initially, I didn’t even know what NEET was, and after 12th grade, everyone warned me about its difficulty. However, I decided to give it a try. I believed that with effort, success would follow. So, I focused on my studies, put aside the thoughts that the exam was daunting, and concentrated on clearing it. So, focus on the exam, and everything will turn out well.”

As each year progresses, parents and pupils increasingly recognize the exam’s benefits. Many students are encouraged by their families to score well in the NEET exams.

Despite the DMK’s claims that the exam undermines social justice, the NEET results paint a different picture. Many candidates from marginalized backgrounds have secured placements in prestigious government colleges, achieving their educational aspirations. This year, 43,063 students applied for NEET UG counselling. Notably, 90 students scored over 700 marks, a significant increase from the 29 students who achieved this in 2023.

Additionally, the number of students scoring between 600 and 697 marks has tripled, rising from 1,508 in 2023 to 4,639 in 2024. For government school quotas, 622 seats have been allocated this year.

Countering the DMK’s fear-mongering rhetoric, Tamil Nadu has significantly improved NEET UG 2024 results. The pass percentage increased to 58.4%, up from last year’s 54.4%, and surpassed the national average of 56.4%. Many students from Tamil Nadu achieved top ranks in NEET results, with eight securing the coveted All India Rank 1.

This year’s results underscore Tamil Nadu students’ exceptional academic performance. Last year, Prabanjan J from Tamil Nadu was a national joint topper, achieving a remarkable 99.99 percentile, alongside Bora Varun Chakravarthi from Andhra Pradesh. This year, eight Tamil Nadu students Syed Aarifin Yusuf M, Shailaja S, Aditya Kumar Panda, Sriram P, Rajaneesh P, Jayathi Poorvaja M, Rohith R, and Sabareesan S—achieved a flawless 99.99 percentile, securing top ranks. Syed Aarifin Yusuf M led among male candidates, while Shailaja S was the top performer among female candidates.

The number of NEET candidates rose notably this year to 1,52,920, an increase of 8,404 from the previous year. Of these, 89,426 candidates qualified, marking an increase of 10,000 from last year. Additionally, 36,333 students took the exam in Tamil, highlighting the language’s popularity as an examination medium.

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