In a notable departure from conventional disciplinary actions, Veer Narmad South Gujarat University (VNSGU) in Surat, India, has decided not to punish approximately 400 students caught cheating during medical exams held in March. Instead, the university will present these students before a malpractices inquiry committee and offer counselling aimed at understanding their motivations for cheating. This decision was communicated by A V Dhaduk, the in-charge registrar and exam controller of VNSGU. The cheating incidents included various methods, such as using mobile phones to access ChatGPT for answers, slipping currency notes into answer sheets, and writing answers on body parts and other surfaces. Of the students caught, 226 were asked to appear before the committee, with 14 identified for counselling. The university's approach, termed 'Education With Understanding,' reflects a shift towards addressing the underlying issues of academic dishonesty rather than imposing punitive measures. The committee, comprising various academic and legal members, has already conducted hearings for 153 students, with further sessions planned. This year’s cheating incidents show a decrease from over 600 cases reported last year, suggesting a potential trend in addressing academic integrity.