Stalled Exams: UKSSSC Grapples with Security Challenges Amidst Scandal

The UKSSSC examination has been postponed due to candidate requests and security concerns following the alleged question paper leak. Despite earlier assurances of readiness, officials have called for tightened measures. The incident has spurred protests, leading to a recommendation for a CBI investigation into the breach.

The scheduled UKSSSC examination for October 5 has been postponed, officials confirmed on Thursday. This decision follows requests from candidates and a need to enhance security preparations, sources revealed.

The examination, concerning the roles of Cooperative Inspector Class-2 and Assistant Development Officer, was affected by paper leak concerns. On September 21, a breach involving a Haridwar center raised alarms, prompting Chairman Ganesh Singh Martolia to initially assure the rescheduled dates for various recruitments.

In light of the leak allegations, the Uttarakhand Unemployed Association triggered protests, pressing the state government to recommend the case to the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) for further investigation.

(With inputs from agencies.)