"All students praying that nothing goes wrong": locals in Karnataka's Koppal on exam anxieties of NEET aspirants
Koppal, June 21
Tight security arrangements were maintained with heavy deployment of police personnel in Karnataka on Sunday afternoon, with candidates and locals alike hoping for the smooth conduct of the examination. Some locals pointed out the anxiety of students in giving the exam again after more than a month of preparation, while some candidates said that the "enthusiasm" for giving the exam is not like it was the first time around.
While police arrangements were strengthened at all centres this year, the usual excitement of first-time NEET aspirants was missing. "The enthusiasm of writing NEET for the first time is not there now," students said. Many arrived with anxiety, fearing fresh confusion or irregularities.
"All the students writing the NEET exam were praying that nothing goes wrong," locals observed. The uncertainty has left students distressed.
Students said they have worked hard and undergone training throughout the year. They appealed to the government to conduct the exam with strict security so that their efforts are not wasted.
In the state, preparations were completed at centres in Kalaburagi and Bagalkot. Officials said jammers, CCTV cameras and frisking arrangements had been put in place, while invigilators and security personnel had been briefed ahead of the examination.
Chief Superintendent Sampath Lamani in Bagalkot told ANI, "The centre is prepared to accommodate 240 students, with drinking water and security measures in place within the exam rooms. The district administration has ensured all necessary preparations are done... According to the NTA instructions, prohibited items will be checked for."
"Bagalkot city has a total of 11 exam centres and 3,967 students will appear for the test," added Deputy Commissioner Sangappa in Bagalkot.
The exam was rescheduled due to alleged "paper leak". The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI), which is probing the case, has made several arrests. CBSE students had also faced problems related to the re-evaluation process of their board exams.
— ANI
Reader Comments
Salute to the students who still have the courage to appear after such a long wait. But honestly, the authorities should have thought twice before rescheduling at the last moment. The anxiety levels must be through the roof. Hope security measures actually work this time.
"Enthusiasm missing" - this line says it all. First time NEET charm gone because of all the drama. Students have been studying in tension for months. I just hope the CBI investigation leads to something concrete. Paper leaks are a national shame. 🤦♂️
Being from a small town myself, I know the pressure these kids are under. Parents sacrifice everything for coaching classes, and then this happens. The fact that they're praying for "nothing to go wrong" shows how little faith they have in the system. Sad state of affairs.
While I feel for the students, let's also appreciate the district administration's efforts - jammers, CCTV cameras, frisking all in place. At least they're trying. But the root cause of paper leaks needs fixing permanently. Our education system can't afford another scandal. 🙏
My cousin is writing NEET today in Bagalkot. She called me crying last night saying she can't sleep. These exams have become a mental health nightmare. The government must address both security AND student well-being. A stressed mind can't perform its best. 😢
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