New Delhi, May 28: The Union Education Minister, Dharmendra Pradhan, chaired a high-level review meeting on Wednesday with former ISRO Chairman K. Radhakrishnan to assess preparations for the upcoming National Eligibility cum Entrance Test (Undergraduate) (NEET-UG) re-examination, scheduled for June 21.
According to an official statement, the meeting focused on strengthening examination security and ensuring the smooth conduct of one of the country’s largest entrance exams.
K. Radhakrishnan, head of the high-level operational committee formed to monitor the implementation of reforms at the National Testing Agency (NTA), reviewed the arrangements in place. Senior officials from the Ministry of Education and NTA were also present at the meeting.
The review included discussions on additional security measures being implemented to maintain transparency and reliability in the examination process, as presented by the NTA’s Director General.
Officials discussed enhancing monitoring systems to prevent irregularities, establishing strict surveillance mechanisms, and improving coordination at examination centers.
Emphasizing the importance of conducting a fair and secure examination, Dharmendra Pradhan stated that safeguarding the integrity of the examination process is the government’s top priority. He also highlighted the need for adequate facilities and a student-friendly environment at all examination centers across the country.
The NEET-UG re-examination will take place at over 5,400 examination centers spread across 550 cities nationwide. Officials noted that extensive preparations are underway to ensure that students face no inconveniences during the examination process.
Significantly, this review meeting comes amid a growing emphasis on improving transparency in national-level entrance examinations.
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