Leadership Overhaul Amidst NEET-UG Exam Scandal

In response to a major paper leak scandal in this year's NEET-UG exam, the Indian government has appointed new joint secretaries and directors at the National Testing Agency. The appointments aim to address the crisis and restore public trust. Meanwhile, the CBI is probing the incident.

In the wake of the NEET-UG paper leak scandal, the Indian government has made significant changes at the National Testing Agency (NTA).

Anuja Bapat and Ruchita Vij have been appointed as joint secretaries, while Akash Jain and Aditya Rajendra Bhojgadhiya are stepping in as joint directors. These appointments are expected to last five years, according to an order from the Personnel Ministry.

The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) has launched an investigation into the leak, which led to the cancellation of the exam scheduled for May 3 and impacted nearly 23 lakh candidates across the nation.