In a significant operation, the Delhi Police's Crime Branch uncovered a major admission fraud racket targeting aspirants of the National Eligibility cum Entrance Test (NEET). Just a day before the exam, 18 students, including minors, were rescued, and four suspects were arrested, including Dr. Akhlaq Alam, who studied medicine in Kyrgyzstan. The accused lured families, particularly from Gujarat, with false promises of securing MBBS seats for ₹25-30 lakh (approximately $30,000-$36,000 USD) per candidate. Investigators revealed that the suspects collected cash, original academic documents, and blank signed cheques to ensure compliance from the victims. The operation was initiated based on a tip-off from Surat Police, leading to the tracking of the suspects in Southwest Delhi. Police recovered 149 pages of fabricated exam materials and other incriminating evidence during the raids. Authorities have urged vigilance among students and parents regarding fraudulent admission schemes, emphasizing that admissions to professional courses like MBBS are strictly merit-based.