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NEET Cheating Plot Foiled: Student Caught with Phone in Exam Hall
22 Jun
Summary
- Student hid a mobile phone in a toilet flush tank at the exam centre.
- A long toilet break aroused suspicion, leading to his capture.
- Over 20 lakh students nationwide took the NEET retest.
In Hyderabad, an 18-year-old student's elaborate cheating scheme during the NEET retest was thwarted by vigilant invigilators. The aspirant had meticulously planned to use a mobile phone to cheat, smuggling it into the exam center by concealing it within a toilet flush tank. His plan unraveled when a prolonged absence from the examination hall raised suspicions. Staff discovered the student using his phone in the washroom, attempting to find answers online.
This incident highlights the intense pressure surrounding the NEET exams. The retest was conducted for over 20 lakh students nationwide following the cancellation of the original May 3 examination due to alleged paper leaks. In Hyderabad alone, more than 24,500 students appeared for the test. The cancellation has had a severe impact on students' mental health, with reports of suicides among aspirants due to academic pressure and exam uncertainties.
