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NEET Re-exam Aspirants in Kota Face Persistent Leak Rumors Despite Telegram Ban
🗓 19 Jun 2026, 02:01 AM
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Thousands of NEET aspirants in Kota preparing for the June 21 re-examination report receiving continuous claims of paper leaks via Telegram, WhatsApp, and phone calls, despite government curbs on the messaging app.
Students in Kota, a major coaching hub, who are preparing for the National Eligibility cum Entrance Test (NEET) re-examination scheduled for June 21, have reported that claims of paper leaks are persistently reaching them. These alleged leaks are reportedly being circulated through various channels including Telegram, WhatsApp, and direct phone calls.
Despite the government's recent decision to impose restrictions on Telegram prior to the examination, ground-level interactions suggest that the platform is perceived by students and educators as a conduit for rumors and misinformation. The ongoing concerns highlight the challenges in controlling the spread of such claims, even after regulatory actions.
The situation has created a stressful environment for the thousands of aspirants, adding to the pressure of preparing for a crucial re-test. The persistence of these leak rumors indicates a broader issue of information dissemination and trust surrounding the examination process.
Despite the government's recent decision to impose restrictions on Telegram prior to the examination, ground-level interactions suggest that the platform is perceived by students and educators as a conduit for rumors and misinformation. The ongoing concerns highlight the challenges in controlling the spread of such claims, even after regulatory actions.
The situation has created a stressful environment for the thousands of aspirants, adding to the pressure of preparing for a crucial re-test. The persistence of these leak rumors indicates a broader issue of information dissemination and trust surrounding the examination process.