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NEET-UG Retest: Pradhan calls for tighter security, 'free and fair' exam

New Delhi, 18 Jun (UNI) With the re-test for the National Eligibility-cum-Entrance Test Undergraduate (NEET-UG) scheduled for June 21, the Centre has intensified preparations for the high-stakes medical entrance examination. Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan on Thursday chaired a review meeting to assess arrangements for the re-conduct of the exam, which is expected to be taken by millions of aspirants across the country.
The Education Minister announced stringent measures after the earlier exam held on May 3 was cancelled last month over allegations of paper leak. Pradhan directed the officials to remain vigilant and ensure that necessary measures were in place for the “free and fair” conduct of the re-examination.
He urged for robust central and state-level coordination, directing the appointed officers in the various states to handle the re-examination process, while reporting to the command centre of the National Testing Agency (NTA), the central body conducting entrance examinations in India.

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NEET-UG Retest: Pradhan calls for tighter security, 'free and fair' exam

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