Parliamentary Health Committee and NEET Examination Under Scrutiny

The Parliamentary Health Committee will meet to discuss the NEET exam's conduct under the NMC Act, 2019. Union Minister Dharmendra Pradhan details measures for a transparent re-exam process amidst controversies of paper leaks, with CBI involvement ensuring integrity and accountability in upcoming assessments.

The Parliamentary Committee on Health and Family Welfare is set to convene at 3:00 PM on Tuesday at Parliament House Annexe. The session will focus on the perspectives of key health and education officials concerning the NEET examination's implementation as per the National Medical Commission (NMC) Act, 2019.

Discussions will delve into the organizational structure, mandate, and operational efficacy of relevant regulatory bodies within the Health Ministry. This follows a recent session of the Public Accounts Committee in the parliamentary estate.

In light of the NEET re-exam set for June 21 due to paper leak allegations, Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan underscored the CBI's investigative role, confirming a commitment to a transparent process. He articulated robust government measures, with direct oversight from Prime Minister Narendra Modi, aiming to avert past errors and ensure examination integrity.