Another paper leak? Odisha medical exam questions land on WhatsApp during test

Fresh controversy comes from what happens to be the home state of Dharmendra Pradhan, who had to quit as education minister over the NEET paper leak. The question paper of an Odisha postgraduate medical examination was allegedly leaked on social media while the test was underway, officials said on Thursday. This came amid nationwide outrage over the NEET paper leak.Odisha medical exam paper shared on WhatsApp during test amid NEET leak outrage. (REPRESENTATIVE)According to officials, photographs of the question paper of the All Odisha Medical PG Examination were forwarded on a social media platform on July 27 during the theory examination, PTI reported.The alleged circulation involved the second question paper for the General Surgery (MS/MD) course for the 2023-26 batch of postgraduate students.ALSO READ | Parliament clears anti-paper leak bill for tougher jail terms, higher fines, fast-track probes and courtsQuestions were shared on WhatsAppOfficials said the photographs were allegedly shared in WhatsApp groups created by some postgraduate students. Claims have also emerged that answers to the questions were circulated from certain phone numbers while the examination was in progress.Authorities are looking into the allegations surrounding the alleged circulation of the question paper during the examination.ALSO READ | Delhi govt closes NEET protest cases with caveat: No protection for those with criminal antecedentsOdisha is the home state of Dharmendra Pradhan, who resigned as education minister on July 25 after massive protests over the NEET paper leak.Follow the latest breaking news, major developments and agenda-setting stories from India and around the world with the newsdesk at Hindustan Times. Operating round the clock, the desk brings together experienced editors, reporters and correspondents to deliver fast, accurate and contextual reporting across subjects that influence public policy, governance, business, society and international affairs. The HT News Desk covers politics, elections, government policies, the economy, business and markets, science and technology, the environment, law and order, infrastructure, education, climate issues and geopolitics, while closely tracking developments across states, institutions and global capitals. The team also leads coverage of major breaking news events, policy announcements, court proceedings, natural disasters, public emergencies and significant international developments. Reports published by the newsdesk are based on information gathered from reporters on the ground, official statements, government agencies, court records, regulatory filings, recognised institutions and other authoritative sources. Stories undergo editorial scrutiny and verification processes to ensure accuracy, fairness and relevance, and are updated as events evolve and additional information becomes available. Whether covering a key political decision in New Delhi, an economic policy shift affecting millions, a landmark court ruling or a major global event, the HT News Desk aims to provide readers with reliable, fact-based journalism that delivers not only the latest developments but also the context and analysis needed to understand their wider implications.Read MoreQuestion PaperGet the latest India News, breaking headlines and real-time updates from across the country. Stay informed about politics, government policies, crime, weather and major national developments.