A medical entrance exam in Odisha was compromised when question papers were photographed and shared on WhatsApp, authorities said, underscoring the ongoing challenge of exam leaks in India. The incident occurred despite routine frisking of candidates, with officials stating that a device was smuggled into the examination hall to capture the paper. The leak comes just as Prime Minister Narendra Modi released a video praising a new anti-paper leak bill, which he said would make the exam system more robust and trustworthy. The bill aims to curb such breaches, but the Odisha incident suggests enforcement remains a hurdle. Authorities are investigating how the device was brought in despite security checks. The leaked questions spread rapidly via the messaging app, raising concerns about fairness for thousands of test-takers. Modi’s video did not reference the Odisha leak directly but highlighted the government’s efforts to strengthen examination integrity. The dual developments — a fresh leak alongside the prime minister’s endorsement of stricter laws — highlight the persistent gap between legislative intent and ground-level security.