Amid widespread student protests over exam paper leaks, the Indian government and judiciary have taken new steps to address the issue. The Delhi High Court has appointed Judge Anu Grover Baliga as a special fast-track court judge to handle criminal cases related to paper leaks and unfair practices in public examinations. This move aims to speed up legal proceedings in such cases.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi released a video message stating that more strict actions will be taken against those responsible for paper leaks. He emphasized that the government is committed to ensuring fairness in examinations.
In a related development, Education Secretary Vineet Joshi has been replaced. Naresh Pal Gangwar has been appointed as the new Education Secretary, while Joshi has been moved to the Ministry of Panchayati Raj. The change comes as students continue to protest against repeated paper leak incidents, demanding accountability and stricter measures.
Authorities have not released details on the number of cases or arrests, but the new court and leadership changes signal a heightened focus on tackling exam irregularities. Protests have been reported in Delhi and other cities, with students calling for systemic reforms.