New Delhi, July 27, 2026 (Yes Punjab News)
Political reactions emerged on Monday after Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced a high-powered task force headed by former UIDAI chairman Nandan Nilekani to recommend reforms aimed at making India’s examination system more transparent, secure and technology-driven.
The announcement, made in the backdrop of the NEET-UG 2026 paper leak controversy and nationwide student protests, drew criticism as well as support from opposition and ruling party leaders.
Congress MP Pawan Khera questioned the government’s reliance on initiatives linked to personalities associated with earlier Congress-led governments. Speaking outside Parliament, he said the BJP often referred to Congress-era leaders and institutions while attacking the party.
Congress MP Phulo Devi Netam welcomed the formation of the panel, saying repeated paper leak incidents had highlighted the need for major reforms in the education system. She said students’ protests had brought attention to the issue and expressed hope that the committee would help strengthen examination processes.
Samajwadi Party chief and Lok Sabha MP Akhilesh Yadav supported the move but questioned why such a task force was not constituted earlier. He said the panel included experienced experts but argued that reforms should have been initiated much sooner.
Defending the Centre’s decision, BJP leaders said the task force reflected the government’s commitment to protecting students’ futures and preventing examination fraud.
BJP Bihar President Sanjay Saraogi said strict action would be taken against those involved in paper leaks, while the expert committee would suggest long-term measures to prevent such incidents.
BJP MP Naresh Bansal described the initiative as a significant step towards addressing cheating and paper leak concerns, saying experts from different fields would help strengthen the system.
BJP MP Tarun Chugh also welcomed the move and said the government was committed to ensuring accountability in cases involving examination malpractice.
The task force will include experts such as former ISRO chairman S. Somnath, former Intelligence Bureau director Tapan Deka, IIT Madras Director V. Kamakoti, former Education Secretary Anita Karwal and senior bureaucrat Amrit Lal Meena, among others.
The controversy over NEET-UG 2026 has triggered a wider political debate over examination security, accountability and reforms in India’s education system.
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