New Delhi: In a dramatic turn of events, a CBI team investigating the UGC NET exam scam was attacked by villagers in Kasiyadih village, Nawada, Bihar. The incident, which occurred on Saturday evening, saw villagers breaking the windows of the CBI vehicles, under the mistaken belief that the officers were imposters.Tensions rise during raidThe CBI team had arrived to raid a house and seize a phone linked to the paper leak. As the officers secured the phone, the family members of the accused, along with other villagers, launched an attack, armed with sticks. The situation escalated quickly, highlighting the volatile atmosphere surrounding the investigation.FIR registered against 200 peopleRajauli police station officers intervened promptly, rescuing four CBI officers from the chaotic scene. An FIR has been lodged against approximately 200 unidentified individuals, and four arrests have been made in connection with the attack. The Rajauli SDPO confirmed the sequence of events, underscoring the severity of the villagers reaction.NEET-UG exam investigationIn related developments, the Ministry of Education has handed over the investigation of alleged irregularities in the NEET-UG examination to the CBI. The NEET-UG exam, conducted on May 5, 2024, by the National Testing Agency (NTA) in pen and paper mode, had faced accusations of manipulation and paper leaks. Following the release of results on June 4, suspicions were raised when over 67 students from the same exam center scored maximum marks.Government steps to prevent future leaksAmidst growing concerns, the government has enacted the Public Examination (Prevention of Unfair Means) Act, 2024. This legislation aims to curb fraudulent activities in competitive and general entrance examinations nationwide. The act reflects the governments commitment to maintaining the integrity of examinations and safeguarding students interests.Widespread impact and legal actionsThe alleged irregularities in NEET and UGC-NET exams have sparked protests in several cities and led to multiple petitions in High Courts and the Supreme Court. Initial police investigations pointed to significant discrepancies and paper leaks, particularly in Bihar, prompting a nationwide call for stricter examination protocols.
