NEET Paper Leak Sparks Political Uproar in Maharashtra

Maharashtra Congress chief Harshwardhan Sapkal demanded the arrest of NTA Director General Abhishek Singh over the alleged NEET paper leak, criticizing the BJP-led government for endangering medical aspirants' futures. The cancellation of the NEET exam due to alleged irregularities has stirred significant controversy and calls for accountability.

Maharashtra Congress chief Harshwardhan Sapkal has called for the arrest of National Testing Agency (NTA) Director General Abhishek Singh following an alleged NEET paper leak. The situation has prompted criticism of the BJP-led Central government for its handling of the national entrance test's integrity.

The NEET (UG) 2026 exam, held on May 3, was canceled amid allegations of the leak, leading to a government-ordered CBI investigation. The exam, initially organized for nearly 23 lakh candidates, has raised doubts about the Centre's ability to conduct secure national tests.

Sapkal and other political leaders highlighted recurrent irregularities under Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan's oversight, demanding action against those responsible. The issue remains a critical point of contention, affecting millions of medical aspirants and their families nationwide.