Dharmendra Pradhan on NEET Row: NTA officials won't be spared if found guilty

Dharmendra Pradhan on NEET Row: NTA officials won't be spared if found guilty

Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan addressed the ongoing NEET controversy today, June 16, 2024, reiterating the government's commitment to accountability and fairness. Pradhan emphasised that strict actions will be taken against any officials found guilty of malpractice.

Dharmendra Pradhan addressed the NEET controversy, stating, "On the recommendations of the Supreme Court, a re-test has been ordered for 1,563 candidates. Irregularities have been found in two places. The government is taking this issue seriously. If any high-ranking officials of the NTA are found guilty, they will face strict consequences. Significant improvements are needed in the NTA. We are committed to ensuring that no wrongdoer escapes punishment."

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Earlier, in a press conference, Pradhan explained that students who received grace marks in NEET UG 2024 did so due to a lack of time. He announced that these 1,563 students have two options: retake the exam on June 23, with new scores issued by June 30, or accept their original scores without grace marks. Pradhan emphasized that there is no evidence of a paper leak.

The National Testing Agency (NTA) informed the Supreme Court that it has established a committee to re-evaluate the results of the candidates who received grace marks. The NTA has decided to cancel the original scorecards of these students and offer a re-test. The re-examination is scheduled for June 23, with results expected before June 30. The May 5 exam, held at 4,750 centres for about 24 lakh students, has faced allegations of question paper leaks and unjustified grace marks, leading to protests and legal actions in several courts.