- Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced the establishment of fast-track courts on July 23, 2026, marking his first direct remarks amid widespread protests over the alleged NEET-UG paper leak.
- The Delhi High Court designated a special fast-track court under the Public Examinations (Prevention of Unfair Means) Act, 2024, presided by judicial officer Anu Grover Baliga.
- The government announced steps to tighten anti-cheating laws, including 5-10 years in jail and fines up to ₹1 crore.
- PM Modi stated he had directed authorities to take all necessary steps to safeguard students' interests, adding, “Those who try to harm the future of our youth will not be spared”.
- The proposed changes may receive approval at a Cabinet meeting, leading to more stringent terms of imprisonment and fines.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced on July 23, 2026, the establishment of fast-track courts to address the rising issue of paper leaks in public examinations. This decision comes amid significant protests from the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP)12
The Delhi High Court has designated a special court, presided over by Judge Anu Grover Baliga, to handle these cases exclusively. The court will operate from the Rouse Avenue Court Complex in Delhi, ensuring that trials are conducted swiftly and efficiently.34
In a post on X, Modi emphasized the government's commitment to safeguarding students' interests, stating, “Those who try to harm the future of our youth will not be spared.” The government plans to amend the Public Examinations (Prevention of Unfair Means) Act, 2024, to introduce stricter penalties, increasing imprisonment terms to 5-10 years and fines up to ₹1 crore for offenders. Previously, penalties ranged from 3 to 5 years of imprisonment and fines of up to ₹10 lakh.56
The proposed changes are expected to be discussed in an upcoming Cabinet meeting, reflecting the government's urgency to tackle this pressing issue and restore integrity in public examinations.910
“The specially designated fast-track court, presided by judicial officer Anu Grover Baliga, will operate from Rouse Avenue Court Complex under the Public Examinations Act. Modi's announcement came amid widespread protests by the Cockroach Janta Party over alleged NEET-UG paper leak, vowing 'those who try to harm the future of our youth will not be spared'.”
