Manipur's Chief Minister Advocates for Historic Bill to Combat Exam Paper Leaks

Significant Legislative Move in Manipur

The Chief Minister of Manipur, Y. Khemchand Singh, has expressed that the passage of the bill aimed at amending the anti-paper leak law marks a pivotal step towards establishing a transparent and reliable examination system, safeguarding the aspirations of millions of students. The Lok Sabha had already approved the Public Examination (Prevention of Unfair Means) Amendment Bill, 2026, which was subsequently passed by the Rajya Sabha amid the exit of coalition parties from the 'Indian National Developmental Inclusive Alliance' (INDIA).

In a late-night social media update on Thursday, Singh referred to the bill's approval as a "historic step towards a fair, transparent, and trustworthy examination system." He emphasized that this reform enhances the integrity of examinations and protects the ambitions of countless students. He also noted that under Prime Minister Narendra Modi's leadership, India is consistently strengthening its educational framework.

The revised bill stipulates a minimum prison sentence of five years and a maximum of ten years for individuals involved in leaking exam papers or using unfair means, along with fines of up to 50 lakh rupees. Additionally, it proposes a minimum of seven years of imprisonment and fines up to 10 crore rupees for organized crimes.