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NEET Exam: Fan falls on student during re-test
23 Jun
Summary
- A NEET-UG candidate sustained head injuries from a falling fan.
- The incident occurred during the re-examination in Ludhiana.
- Despite injuries, the student completed the test after first aid.
During a NEET-UG re-examination in Ludhiana, a candidate experienced head injuries when a ceiling fan detached and fell inside the hall. The student, 18-year-old Jasleen Kaur, was writing the test when the incident occurred, causing a disruption of approximately 20 minutes. Despite being injured and frightened, she was administered first aid and resumed her paper, completing the examination.
Her father expressed concerns about the added stress on students and the delayed communication of the incident to parents. While basic first aid was provided at the center, more comprehensive treatment was reportedly delayed until after the exam. This event has reignited questions about the infrastructure and safety protocols at educational institutions used for major competitive tests, particularly government schools.
The NEET-UG re-examination was mandated by the National Testing Agency following the cancellation of the original test due to a paper leak controversy, adding significant anxiety for candidates.
