Delhi Police Creates Special Task Force to Crack Down on Exam Paper Leaks Under New Law
In a decisive move to address growing concerns over irregularities in public examinations, the Delhi Police on Friday announced the formation of a Special Task Force (STF) within its Crime Branch. The STF will investigate paper leaks and other offences under the newly enacted Public Examinations (Prevention of Unfair Means) Act, 2024.
The decision comes amid protests by the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) across the country, demanding the resignation of Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan over the alleged NEET-UG paper leak. While the protests highlight public anger, the formation of the STF is a structured response to strengthen the investigative framework.
According to a statement from the Delhi Police, the STF has been constituted with the approval of the Commissioner of Police. It will probe offences related to examinations conducted by key central agencies, including the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC), Staff Selection Commission (SSC), Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs), Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS), National Testing Agency (NTA), and recruitment exams by Central Government ministries and departments. The STF may also investigate any other authority notified by the Centre.
The Public Examinations (Prevention of Unfair Means) Act, 2024, was enacted to deter malpractices such as paper leaks, impersonation, and tampering with answer sheets. The creation of a dedicated STF signals the government’s intent to enforce the law stringently and restore faith in the examination system.
