NEET-UG Paper Leak Case: First Arrests by CBI in Bihar
The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) has made its first arrests in the NEET-UG 2024 paper leak case in Bihar, detaining Manish Prakash and Ashutosh from Patna. These individuals are accused of providing leaked exam papers and answer keys to candidates at a hostel on May 4, a day before the exam. The CBI registered an FIR following demands for a probe by protesting students. The NEET-UG 2024, conducted by the National Testing Agency, saw over 23 lakh candidates appear for the test on May 5 across 4,750 centres in 571 cities, including international locations.
By Shreya Rajvanshi Gangal
The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) made its first arrests in the NEET-UG paper leak case in Bihar, detaining two individuals from Patna. This development follows allegations of irregularities in the NEET-UG 2024 examination, prompting a CBI investigation.
Details of the Arrests
On Thursday, the CBI arrested Manish Prakash and Ashutosh in connection with the NEET-UG paper leak. Both individuals are alleged to have played a significant role in facilitating the leak and providing candidates with the leaked exam papers and answer keys.
Modus Operandi
Sources revealed that Manish Prakash, with the assistance of Ashutosh, accommodated candidates at a boys' hostel associated with the Learn Play School in Patna on May 4, one day before the NEET exam. The candidates were allegedly provided with leaked exam papers and answer keys during their stay at the hostel.
Background of the Case
The CBI registered a First Information Report (FIR) on Sunday, following the Ministry of Education's decision to hand over the investigation to the central agency. This move came after a section of protesting students demanded a thorough probe into the allegations of irregularities in the NEET-UG 2024 examination.
About NEET-UG
The National Eligibility cum Entrance Test-Undergraduate (NEET-UG) is conducted by the National Testing Agency (NTA) for admissions to MBBS, BDS, AYUSH, and other related courses in government and private institutions across India.
The 2024 Examination
This year's NEET-UG examination took place on May 5, with over 23 lakh candidates appearing for the test. The examination was conducted at 4,750 centres across 571 cities, including 14 international locations.
Conclusion
The arrests of Manish Prakash and Ashutosh mark a significant step in the ongoing investigation into the NEET-UG 2024 paper leak. The CBI's involvement underscores the seriousness of the allegations and the government's commitment to ensuring the integrity of the examination process. Further developments in this case are anticipated as the investigation progresses.
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