In a proactive move to support students from Arunachal Pradesh, Chief Minister Pema Khandu has reached out to Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan regarding the allocation of Common University Entrance Test (CUET) centres for 2026. Khandu raised concerns about students being assigned exam centres in distant states, which poses significant logistical challenges due to the region's difficult terrain and limited transport infrastructure. This situation not only creates financial strain on families but also affects students' mental and physical well-being, potentially impacting their performance in exams. Khandu has requested that the Union Government establish adequate CUET centres within Arunachal Pradesh or at accessible nearby locations. He assured the Union Minister of the state government's readiness to provide all necessary logistical support for the smooth conduct of the exams, citing the successful administration of the National Eligibility cum Entrance Test (NEET) in the state. Furthermore, Khandu noted previous efforts by the state government to include additional district headquarters, such as Pasighat, Bomdila, Tezu, and Aalo, as CUET centres, emphasizing the need for equitable access to higher education opportunities for local students.