On Wednesday, Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan convened a meeting with K Radhakrishnan, former chairman of the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO), to assess the preparations for the NEET-UG 2026 re-examination scheduled for June 21. Radhakrishnan leads a high-powered steering committee focused on implementing recommendations related to the National Testing Agency (NTA). During the meeting, they reviewed various measures aimed at enhancing examination security and surveillance systems. NTA Director General Abhishek Singh provided insights into additional steps being taken to fortify examination security and ensure a seamless examination process. These steps include a thorough evaluation of existing surveillance mechanisms and plans for their enhancement. Pradhan highlighted the necessity of creating a conducive and student-friendly environment at examination centres. The NEET-UG re-exam will take place at more than 5,400 centres located in 550 cities, underscoring the scale of this important examination.