Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan addressed the NEET-UG examination breach during a press conference, confirming that the ministry takes full responsibility for the incident. The National Testing Agency (NTA) will conduct a re-examination on June 21, 2026, after the initial exam on May 3 was canceled due to a significant leak of questions. Pradhan stated that the leak was confirmed after a complaint was received about a guess paper containing actual exam questions. He reiterated the government's commitment to combating examination fraud, announcing a zero tolerance policy towards exam mafias and confirming that the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) is involved in the investigation. To prevent future breaches, the NEET exam will transition to an online format starting next year, moving away from traditional OMR sheets. Pradhan expressed concern for the affected candidates but emphasized the necessity of the decision for the integrity of the examination system.