Political Figures React to NEET Paper Leak, With Calls for Abolition and Downplaying Concerns

Following a recent paper leak in the National Eligibility cum Entrance Test (NEET), actor and political figure Vijay has demanded the exam's abolition, citing 'structural flaws.' In contrast, Rajasthan Education Minister Dilawar has downplayed the incident, stating it is 'not a big deal.'

13 May, 17:12 — 13 May, 21:47

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The NEET (National Eligibility cum Entrance Test) is a crucial examination for admission to undergraduate medical courses in India. Allegations of paper leaks and subsequent cancellations undermine the integrity of the examination system and create significant uncertainty and stress for millions of aspiring medical students.

Key entitiesVijay NEET NTA CBI

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Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Vijay has called for the abolition of the NEET exam.
Vijay's call follows the cancellation of the NEET-UG 2026 exam due to an alleged paper leak.
Vijay cited 'structural flaws' in the NEET system.

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The NEET-UG 2026 exam was cancelled due to a compromised question paper.

agreed·Times of Indiahindustan-times

The CBI has arrested five individuals in connection with the paper leak.

unverified·Times of India

NEET disadvantages rural and disadvantaged students.

unverified·Times of India

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The arrest of five individuals by the CBI in connection with the paper leak investigation.

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Vijay's suggestion to admit students based on Class 12 marks instead of NEET.

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MissingTimes of India

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Times of IndiaMostly Factual46d ago

'Structural flaws exposed': Vijay calls for NEET to be abolished after paper leak

Tamil Nadu CM renews calls to scrap NEET after exam cancellation due to alleged paper leak, citing disadvantages for rural and disadvantaged students. The CBI has arrested five individuals, with investigations pointing to a leak originating in Nashik and spreading through coaching networks. Protests intensify nationwide demanding accountability.

By TOI NEWS DESK

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hindustan-timesMostly Factual46d ago

Abolish NEET, admit via class 12 marks: Tamil Nadu CM Vijay slams ‘structural flaws’ amid paper leak row

Vijay’s reaction follows the NTA’s decision to cancel the NEET-UG 2026 exam after investigations found the question paper had been compromised.

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First report: hindustan-times · 13 May, 17:12|Full coverage: 3 · 15h|Window: 15h

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hindustan-times13 May, 17:12First to report

Abolish NEET, admit via class 12 marks: Tamil Nadu CM Vijay slams ‘structural flaws’ amid paper leak row

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Times of India13 May, 21:47

'Structural flaws exposed': Vijay calls for NEET to be abolished after paper leak

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indian-express14 May, 07:49Latest update

NEET paper leak: It’s ‘not a big deal’, says Rajasthan Education Minister Dilawar

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Exam Cancellation and InvestigationPrior to May 13

The NEET-UG 2026 exam was cancelled after investigations revealed a compromised question paper, leading to arrests by the CBI.

CM Vijay's Call for AbolitionMay 13 afternoon/evening

Tamil Nadu CM Vijay publicly called for the abolition of NEET, citing structural flaws and suggesting alternative admission criteria.

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Political Figures React to NEET Paper Leak, With Calls for Abolition and Downplaying Concerns

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'Structural flaws exposed': Vijay calls for NEET to be abolished after paper leak

Abolish NEET, admit via class 12 marks: Tamil Nadu CM Vijay slams ‘structural flaws’ amid paper leak row

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Abolish NEET, admit via class 12 marks: Tamil Nadu CM Vijay slams ‘structural flaws’ amid paper leak row

'Structural flaws exposed': Vijay calls for NEET to be abolished after paper leak

NEET paper leak: It’s ‘not a big deal’, says Rajasthan Education Minister Dilawar

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