PM Modi hails Parliament's passage of stricter anti-paper leak bill
Translated from English, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.
At a glance
- Prime Minister Narendra Modi welcomed Parliament's passage of a stricter anti-paper leak bill.
- The bill aims to strengthen the examination system and punish those involved in paper leak rackets.
- Modi stated that the government is taking successive steps to build a reliable examination system using technology.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi celebrated the passage of a stricter anti-paper leak bill by both houses of Parliament, framing it as a significant step toward strengthening India's examination system. Modi addressed the nation via a selfie video, emphasizing the government's commitment to eradicating the decades-old problem of question paper leaks that have jeopardized students' futures.
Saathiyo, we are continuously taking one step after another to build a reliable examination system. Whether it is the creation of passports, the creation of fast-track mechanisms, or taking into account the suggestions of the states.
"We are continuously taking one step after another to build a reliable examination system," Modi stated, highlighting the integration of technology and reforms across central and state education systems. He specifically warned against the "paper mafia" and any groups exploiting students' futures, vowing they would not be spared under the new stringent laws.
Keeping all this in mind, it has become essential to reform the education system across all the states as well as at the Centre. Extensive use of technology has also become necessary.
The legislation introduces tougher jail terms and higher fines for those involved in paper leak rackets. Modi assured the public that the government would persist in its efforts to prevent such incidents, urging citizens to collaborate in building a "developed India."
And at the same time, any paper mafia, any gang involved in paper leaks, any gang that plays with the future of the country's children, will not be spared.
Originally published by Hindustan Times in English. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.