Karnataka Minister Calls NEET Paper Leak a 'Great Shame for India'

Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister D K Shivakumar criticized the NEET question paper leak, labeling it a 'great shame for India.' He urged Union ministers and BJP MPs to address the issue, reflecting on the impact on India's educational reputation. The May 3 NEET exam was cancelled following allegations of misconduct.

Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister D K Shivakumar has expressed strong criticism over the alleged NEET question paper leak, describing it as a 'great shame for India.' He highlighted the incident as damaging to the country's international education reputation and demanded clarity from Union ministers and BJP MPs on the issue.

The NEET (UG) 2026 exam, which was initially held on May 3, was called off on Tuesday after allegations surfaced about the leak. The Central Bureau of Investigation has registered an FIR following a directive from the government to conduct a thorough investigation into the alleged irregularities.

The National Testing Agency, responsible for administering the exam required for medical college admissions, has promised to announce new examination dates within the next week to ten days. This cancellation has sparked nationwide discontent among medical aspirants, leading to increased scrutiny of the NTA's effectiveness.