Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan on Thursday announced that the Indian Air Force will be deployed to transport question papers for the upcoming NEET UG re-examination scheduled on June 21, citing logistical difficulties and unpredictable weather conditions during the monsoon season.
In a major move to ensure a completely secure and leak-proof examination process, the Centre has decided to involve the IAF in the transportation of sensitive examination materials.
Pradhan said the government is following a comprehensive “whole-of-government” approach, with close coordination between the Defence Ministry, Home Ministry, Postal Department, and state governments to ensure the smooth and transparent conduct of the examination.
“Earlier, the Postal Department worked extensively along with the Home Ministry and the states. That coordination will continue, but now the Indian Air Force will also assist in ensuring that question papers reach examination centres safely and on time,” Pradhan stated.
The announcement came after a high-level meeting attended by Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan, and Communications Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia earlier in the day.
The meeting focused on strengthening security arrangements and eliminating any possibility of question paper leaks.
Pradhan assured that the government is fully prepared to conduct a fair, transparent, and credible examination, with no compromise on security or operational efficiency.
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