Congress Leader Criticizes Government's New Examination Bill Amid NEET Paper Leak Concerns

In a recent address, Congress leader Mallikarjun Kharge raised significant concerns regarding the government's new examination bill, particularly in light of the NEET paper leak scandal. He criticized the bill for being inadequate in addressing the real issues faced by students and accused the government of prioritizing its own interests over genuine reform. Kharge's remarks highlight the ongoing debate about the effectiveness of current educational policies and the need for stronger legislation to prevent future incidents. His call for a more robust approach to examination processes underscores the urgency of addressing these critical issues in the education sector.

By Narendra Chaudhary Jul 30, 2026, 15:13 IST

Concerns Over NEET Paper Leak

During a speech in the Rajya Sabha, Congress leader Mallikarjun Kharge expressed his concerns regarding the recent amendments to the public examination bill, particularly in light of the NEET paper leak incident that has adversely affected numerous innocent students and their families. He acknowledged the introduction of the 'Public Examinations (Prevention of Unfair Means) Amendment Bill, 2026' but emphasized that it falls short of addressing the core issues. Kharge urged the central government to take more decisive actions to prevent such incidents from occurring in the future, stating that this bill does not resolve the crisis faced by students.

Government's Response Questioned

Kharge criticized the government for presenting this bill not as a genuine solution to the real crisis faced by students but rather as a means to protect their own positions. He pointed out that while the nation was engulfed in protests against the NEET paper leak, neither Home Minister Amit Shah nor Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed the issue in Parliament. He questioned their absence, noting that Shah often shares his views on minor matters but has remained silent on this significant issue.

Ineffectiveness of the New Bill

He further stated that many innocent individuals have suffered due to the paper leak, and the new bill will not bring about any real change, as it merely modifies some data from previous laws. Although provisions for heavy penalties, strict punishments, special task forces, and fast-track courts have been included, Kharge argued that without a fundamental change in the examination process, nothing will improve. He reiterated that they had called for a stringent law back in 2024, which was dismissed.

Call for Stronger Legislation

Kharge asserted that the 'Public Examination (Prevention of Unfair Means) Amendment Bill' was introduced to placate the youth protesting on the streets rather than to tackle the paper leak issue. He criticized the bill for only altering figures without introducing any substantial changes. He emphasized that the effectiveness of the examination process hinges on how it is conducted and how preparations are made without leaks. He reiterated their demand for a robust law, which they had made in 2024, questioning why the government is only now addressing these concerns.

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