The Higher Secondary (HS) Exam 2025 will start from Monday and on the same day the SFI (Students Federation of India) has called for a student strike in universities across West Bengal. To ensure that students face no difficulties during their exams, Kolkata Police has announced a series of measures including heavy police deployment and the release of a dedicated helpline number (9432610039).

Details & Context

1. Exam Day Challenges

   - The HS exams are crucial for thousands of students across the state and disruptions could severely affect their future.

   - The SFI strike comes in response to recent clashes at Jadavpur University between SFI and WBCUPA members which escalated after Education Minister Bratya Basu’s car was reportedly blocked during a protest.

2. Police Precautions

   - To prevent any inconvenience to students Kolkata Police will deploy forces across exam centers with additional surveillance in sensitive areas.

   - Special instructions have been given to on-duty officers to ensure that students can reach their exam centers without trouble.

3. Official Helpline

   - Kolkata Police has released an emergency helpline number (9432610039) for students who face any issue on their way to the exams.

   - Students are encouraged to immediately contact police personnel if they experience any disruption.

Quotes

- A statement from Kolkata Police’s official Facebook page reads,

  | “Tomorrow marks the beginning of the Higher Secondary exams, a crucial step for many young minds. While a political student strike is scheduled for the same day we want to assure all examinees that their safety and smooth travel to exam centers remain our top priority.”

- An SFI leader commented,

  | “Our strike aims to highlight the injustice faced by students but we do not intend to harm exam-takers. We urge the administration to address our demands.”

Additional Information

- The clash at Jadavpur University took place due to growing tensions between SFI and WBCUPA members over political disagreements.

- During the protest, the car of Education Minister Bratya Basu was allegedly surrounded, resulting in further chaos.

- Following this incident, SFI called for a university student strike on Monday, 3rd March 2025.

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Impact Analysis

1. Impact on Students

   - Many parents and students have expressed concern about their safety on the way to exam centers.

   - The strike could result in unexpected delays adding pressure on already anxious examinees.

2. Law and Order

   - Kolkata Police’s strict measures aim to maintain peace and prevent any untoward incidents.

   - However, the clash between students and authorities may further escalate if not handled carefully.

While SFI’s strike highlights growing political tensions in West Bengal’s universities, Kolkata Police has assured students that HS exams will proceed without disruption. With extra security measures and a dedicated helpline in place authorities are committed to safeguarding the future of thousands of exam-takers.

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