Court Criticises Lapses in NEET Aspirant’s Death Probe, Calls for Accountability
A court in Patna expressed strong disapproval over procedural lapses in the investigation of a NEET aspirant’s death, demanding a thorough review. The incident has spotlighted deficiencies in medical exam protocols and raised concerns over student safety in competitive exams.
A 20‑year‑old NEET aspirant in Patna died under suspicious circumstances during a medical examination, prompting an investigation by the local police. The student had been undergoing a routine health check before the exam, and the death occurred in a hospital room where the aspirant had been admitted for a routine check‑up.
The court expressed displeasure over procedural lapses in the probe, noting that key evidence had been mishandled and that witnesses were not interviewed in a timely manner. The judge called for a comprehensive review of the investigation and urged the authorities to adhere to established protocols for medical examinations in competitive exams.
The court’s critique could trigger nationwide reviews of medical examination protocols for competitive exams, tightening oversight and ensuring that student safety is prioritised. The incident has raised concerns among aspirants about the reliability of exam‑related medical procedures, potentially prompting reforms in how such examinations are conducted.
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