India Mulls Air Force Transport for NEET-UG Retest Papers

The Indian government is considering deploying the Indian Air Force to transport question papers for the upcoming NEET-UG retest, aiming to ensure a secure examination following a major paper leak. This proposal was discussed at a high-level meeting on Thursday chaired by Defence Minister Rajnath Singh and attended by Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan and Communications Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia.

Officials said the meeting reviewed the entire examination process, from the setting and printing of papers to their transportation and final security arrangements. While the use of military aircraft was explored, no final decision has been made. The proposal is expected to be presented to Prime Minister Narendra Modi for approval. Sources indicate the Prime Minister is personally monitoring preparations for the retest and receiving regular updates.

The National Eligibility-cum-Entrance Test (Undergraduate), or NEET-UG, is a critical nationwide exam for medical school admissions. The original test was held on May 3 across 551 cities in India and 14 international centers, with nearly 23 lakh candidates registered. However, the National Testing Agency (NTA) cancelled the exam on...