India Deploys 200,000 Police, AI Surveillance for Medical Exam Re-test Amid Cheating Scandal

India's National Eligibility cum Entrance Test (NEET) is undergoing a massive re-examination for 2.2 million aspiring medical students on June 21, following the cancellation of the previous exam due to widespread cheating allegations. The scandal has ignited national fury and led to tragic suicides, forcing authorities to implement unprecedented security measures.

To ensure the integrity of the exam, over 200,000 police and security personnel have been mobilized. The government has also enforced a week-long ban on the messaging app Telegram to prevent further leaks. Advanced technologies, including biometric identification, AI-powered surveillance, and GPS tracking of exam papers, are being employed to thwart any attempts at malpractice. The NEET is notoriously competitive, with over 2.2 million candidates vying for only 100,000 available seats, fueling a lucrative industry of coaching centers and criminal networks.

The previous exam's cancellation, attributed to a leak orchestrated by a chemistry lecturer, has severely damaged public trust. The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) has arrested the main suspect, and the National Testing Agency (NTA) has pledged to uphold fairness and cooperate with investigations. This incident also comes amid separate issues with a grading system for 2 million high school students, which has also led to protests and calls for the education minister's resignation, amplified by a satirical online party with a million followers.

The NTA emphasized its commitment to maintaining exam fairness and preventing future irregularities. The stringent measures aim to restore confidence in the highly competitive medical entrance system, which remains a critical gateway for many Indian students seeking higher education.

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The leak was by internal people, blocking one software will not help the cheating group to move.