Scandals and corruption shake India's competitive exam system: Report

Recent investigation has uncovered a significant corruption scandal within India's competitive exam system, triggering widespread political outcry. Congress leader Karti Chidambaram has criticized the government for allowing cartels and mafia to manipulate the country's most esteemed exams. Central to the controversy is the notorious Mukhiya solver gang, now under scrutiny by the CBI.

Cybercriminals aided their activities through fraudulent SIM cards and safe houses, while authorities seized 11 outdated cheques associated with the gang. The gang's reach extends beyond Bihar, with key figures such as Rocky Mukhiya, nephew of alleged mastermind Sanjeev Mukhiya, implicated in Jharkhand.

Amid mounting calls for Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan's resignation, the CBI has intensified efforts, focusing on Sanjeev Mukhiya, who reportedly fled to Nepal. The investigation has resulted in 24 arrests spanning Bihar, Uttar Pradesh, Jharkhand, Gujarat, and Maharashtra. As political tensions escalate, students anxiously await justice in a system that has jeopardized their futures.