Centre Assures Protection of Student Interests Amid NEET Controversy

The Centre has vowed to protect students' interests amid allegations of a NEET paper leak, promising all necessary measures. Minister Anupriya Patel affirmed the commitment while announcing the first round of NEET-UG counselling from August 14. Counselling will be conducted transparently in four rounds concluding on October 24.

The Centre, amid allegations of a NEET paper leak, assured the Rajya Sabha that it would take necessary measures to safeguard students' interests. Minister of State for Health and Family Welfare, Anupriya Patel, addressed the issue, citing the Supreme Court's judgment.

The Minister confirmed that the first round of NEET-UG counselling is set to begin on August 14, with four rounds in total, concluding on October 24. The results for NEET-UG were declared on July 26, and the counselling dates were announced on July 29.

The government highlighted that the NEET-UG seat allotment is executed via a transparent online process, ensuring convenience and accessibility for all eligible candidates.