Security measures in place for smooth conduct of NEET-UG re-exam in Dehradun
Dehradun, June 21
More than 6,000 candidates are eligible to appear in the NEET re-examination at 16 examination centres across Dehradun on Sunday, with the district administration enforcing strict security measures for the smooth conduct of the competitive test.
Special restrictions have been imposed under Section 163 of the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita (BNSS) within a 200-metre radius of all examination centres and surrounding areas as part of the security arrangements.
Candidates arriving at the examination centres expressed a mix of hope and anxiety ahead of the re-examination.
One of the aspirants, Sandhya, said she was apprehensive about the difficulty level of the paper this time despite.
"My preparation was better last time, but I don't know how tough the NEET level will be this time, so I'm a bit scared. The paper was easy and it was good last time. This time, I don't know how the paper will be," she said.
Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan on Sunday expressed his faith in the National Testing Agency, state governments and people in the education sector and conveyed his best wishes to students sitting for the NEET-UG exam, stating that they should appear in the test without worry and fear.
He said nearly 22 lakh students will appear in the NEET re-exam to be conducted on Sunday.
"NEET-UG re-examination is going to take place today. I have complete faith in the NTA, all the state governments, the district administrations, the Indian education sector, and especially in India's students. Nearly 22 lakh students will be taking the NEET exam shortly. Sit fearlessly, without worry, and you will definitely do well. This is my best wish to the students. They have faith in India's system and will continue to have it. May this unwavering faith remain," Pradhan told reporters.
"On this occasion, as a parent, as a social worker, I request you: Please do not jeopardise the future of India's new generation. Let no one make a mockery of it. Let us not do anything that will impact the mental health of the children. In a few hours, the children are going to take the exam," he added.
The Union Minister said nothing should be done that detracts students and took veiled potshots at BJP's political opponents.
"In the past, some so-called responsible people in India have behaved in this manner. They treated children with ulterior motives and ill intentions. If you are responsible, if you consider yourself a true citizen of India, if you represent the people of India, please take responsibility. Don't cause any further hardship or suffering to the children of India. This is our request to you," he said.
The Union Minister also said that remaining CBSE results will be announced soon.
"Not only will the NEET exam be held today, but the remaining CBSE results will also be released very soon. Results for approximately 15,50,000 out of 17,00,000 students have already been released. Those who applied for re-evaluation, re-assessment, and re-verification are almost complete. The CBSE will publish them soon. We will not allow any disruption to the children. We assure you of this today," he said.
More than 22.79 lakh candidates are expected to appear for the examination at 5,440 centres across 551 cities in India and 14 centres abroad.
— ANI
Reader Comments
The Union Education Minister's emotional appeal is touching, but I wish they had focused on preventing the leak in the first place rather than lecture us now. My younger sister is appearing today and she's been under so much stress. I hope the paper is fair and the difficulty level is reasonable. The government needs to ensure such incidents don't repeat. 🤞
Interesting to see the global perspective here with 14 centres abroad. I'm an Indian living in Canada and many NRIs back home tell me how intense NEET preparation is. The security measures sound robust—200-metre buffer zones and strict invigilation should deter any cheating. Hope the re-exam goes smoothly and students get the results they deserve. 🍀
Feeling for Sandhya who said she's scared about the paper difficulty. It's tough when you've prepared for months and then there's a re-exam with all this uncertainty. The NTA has promised easier paper this time, but let's see. I think the minister's comments about not jeopardising children's future are important—politicians should avoid making exam controversies a political football. Students are already stressed enough. 😤
From an educator's point of view, I think the security arrangements are comprehensive but the real issue is the systemic problem of paper leaks in India. Section 163 BNSS is a move in the right direction—imposing restrictions near exam centres sends a strong message. But we need long-term solutions like digitisation of question paper distribution. Best of luck to all 22.79 lakh candidates across 551 cities. 📚
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