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NTA Fires 47 Officials Amid NEET Protests
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The National Testing Agency (NTA) has terminated the services of 47 officials amid anti-NEET protests, with more terminations expected as part of a major overhaul of the examination body.
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NTA Fires 47 Officials Amid NEET Protests
The National Testing Agency (NTA) has terminated the services of 47 officials amid anti-NEET protests, with more terminations expected as part of a major overhaul of the examination body. The move comes a day after Higher Education Secretary Vineet Joshi was shunted out to the Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship. The NTA has been under scrutiny over the NEET paper leak controversies, and the government has been working to restore credibility to the country's examination system. The NTA officials said that the terminations are part of a major overhaul of the examination body, and more officials will be terminated in the coming days.
NTA Fires 47 Officials Amid NEET Protests
The National Testing Agency (NTA) terminated the services of 47 officials on Friday, July 24, 2026, amid anti-NEET protests. The move comes as part of a major overhaul of the examination body. The NTA has remained under scrutiny over the NEET paper leak controversies. More terminations are expected as part of the Centre's action to restore credibility to the country's examination system.
47 Officials Sacked Amid NEET Paper Leak Protests
The National Testing Agency (NTA) has sacked 47 officials amid protests over the NEET paper leak. According to sources, the agency has also initiated criminal action against some officials over exam irregularities. The move comes after widespread protests against the NEET paper leak, which has affected thousands of students. The NTA has taken swift action to address the issue and ensure that those responsible are held accountable.
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