Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday announced that the government has decided to set up fast-track courts to ensure swift and stringent punishment for those involved in the examination paper leaks.
In a post on X (formerly Twitter), Modi wrote, "Nothing is more important than the welfare and future of our youth! We have decided to set up fast-track courts to ensure swift and stringent punishment for those involved in paper leaks. Have directed the concerned authorities and officials to take all necessary steps in this regard. This continues our series of steps for safeguarding the interests of students. Those who try to harm the future of our youth will not be spared."
Nothing is more important than the welfare and future of our youth!
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) July 23, 2026
We have decided to set up fast-track courts to ensure swift and stringent punishment for those involved in paper leaks. Have directed the concerned authorities and officials to take all necessary steps in this…
The statement came amid continuing demonstrations over the alleged leak of the NEET-UG question paper and wider concerns about the integrity of competitive examinations. Protesters have demanded accountability for examination irregularities, systemic reforms and the resignation of Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan.
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The Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) led agitation began gathering momentum after they demanded accountability over examination irregularities, reforms in the education system and Pradhan's resignation.
Thousands of demonstrators regrouped at the protest site following clashes between protesters and security personnel during a march towards Parliament on July 20. Police used batons and tear gas after sections of the crowd allegedly attempted to break through barricades, leaving protesters and police personnel injured. Protest organisers have said that the agitation will continue until the Centre accepts their demands. They have also called for a transparent investigation into the alleged paper leak and changes in the way national examinations are conducted
Activist Sonam Wangchuk, who joined the protest on June 28 and has been on an indefinite fast, has said he is willing to end his fast if the government assures that no punitive action will be taken against peaceful protesters and addresses the movement's key demands.
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