BRS demands probe into NEET exam fiasco

Hyderabad: BRS working president K T Rama Rao (KTR) criticising the NDA government for handling of the NEET exam matter, in an open letter demanded a thorough investigation followed by strict action against those found responsible.

KTR condemned the Central government for its inaction despite reports of NEET question papers being sold in Bihar for up to Rs 30 lakh each, making the rounds. He accused the Central government of adopting a lackadaisical attitude towards the NEET entrance exam from the outset.

KTR pointed out that despite numerous allegations, the Modi government has not yet responded. He questioned why the Prime Minister, who frequently holds discussions with students about exams, has remained silent on such a critical issue. KTR highlighted the unprecedented scenario of 67 students achieving the first rank in NEET, which has raised numerous suspicions.

He noted that eight students from the same center scored 720 marks each, suggesting a significant level of paper leakage. He reminded that even a single mark difference can change students’ rankings and result in many losing opportunities. KTR questioned how so many students from one center could score such high marks. He criticised the announcement of results 10 days early, coinciding with the election result day, which adds to the suspicion.