NEW DELHI — The Central Bureau of Investigation has placed a prominent paediatrician from Latur, Maharashtra, under scrutiny following allegations that he purchased leaked question papers for the National Eligibility cum Entrance Test (NEET) for Rs 12 lakh. The doctor, identified as Manoj Shirure, allegedly procured the papers to benefit his son appearing for the competitive medical entrance examination.
According to reports, the investigation forms part of the broader probe into the NEET paper leak scandal that has rocked India's medical education system. The central agency is examining financial transactions and communication records to establish the chain of conspiracy in the case. The incident highlights the lengths to which some parents and candidates have allegedly gone to subvert the examination process.
The NEET examination, conducted annually by the National Testing Agency, serves as the gateway for admission to undergraduate medical and dental courses across India. Any compromise in its integrity affects lakhs of aspirants who prepare for years to secure a medical seat through merit. The exam has witnessed multiple controversies in recent years, including allegations of paper leaks, impersonation, and manipulation of results, prompting calls for comprehensive reforms in the testing mechanism.
The investigation into the Latur case is expected to reveal further details about the organized network allegedly involved in procuring and distributing leaked examination papers across multiple states.