Bombay High Court Mandates Upgrades for NEET Exam Centres in Nagpur
Bombay high court orders immediate facilities upgrade at exam centres ahead of NEET (UG)
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The Bombay High Court in Nagpur has ordered immediate upgrades to examination centres ahead of the NEET (UG) exam scheduled for May 3. The court emphasized the need for proper facilities, citing concerns over candidates' health and well-being due to inadequate infrastructure.
- 01Bombay High Court directed immediate upgrades at NEET exam centres.
- 02Concerns raised over inadequate facilities including ventilation and drinking water.
- 03Court emphasized the right to live with dignity under Article 21.
- 04Similar deficiencies noted for other major examinations.
- 05Notices issued to Union and state governments for compliance by May 7.
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The Nagpur bench of the Bombay High Court has taken action to improve conditions at examination centres ahead of the NEET (UG) exam on May 3. Following a media report highlighting inadequate infrastructure, the court directed authorities to ensure basic facilities such as proper ventilation, cooling arrangements, potable drinking water, and medical assistance. Justices Anil Kilor and Raj Wakode stressed that unsafe exam conditions violate students' right to live with dignity under Article 21 of the Indian Constitution. The court noted that discomfort during exams could adversely affect students' performance and mental well-being. The ruling also referenced a 2025 decision by the Indore bench of the Madhya Pradesh High Court, emphasizing the need for uninterrupted power supply and adequate seating. Notices have been issued to the Union government and state authorities, requiring compliance by May 7.
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The court's ruling ensures that students will have safer and more comfortable conditions during their exams, potentially improving their performance and reducing health risks.
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