NEET UG Exam Delayed by Over Four Hours at Daltonganj Centre
Daltonganj: A shortage of 48 question booklets caused a significant delay in the NEET UG examination at Yodh Singh Namdhari Mahila College in Daltonganj on Sunday. The exam, originally scheduled from 2 pm to 5 pm, finally commenced at 6:55 pm, resulting in a delay of more than four hours.
According to a Public Relations Department (PRD) official, the examination will now conclude at 9:55 pm. The official confirmed that the delay was solely due to the insufficient number of question booklets provided to the examination centre.
Impact on Candidates
The unexpected delay caused inconvenience to hundreds of candidates who had arrived early for the exam. Many students and their parents expressed frustration over the lack of communication from authorities regarding the issue. However, officials assured that the integrity of the examination process was maintained and that all candidates would receive compensatory time to complete the test.
Official Response
The PRD official stated that the required question booklets were arranged from nearby centres to resolve the deficit. The examination is now underway without further disruptions. Authorities are investigating the lapse in booklet distribution to prevent such incidents in future examinations.
This incident highlights the logistical challenges faced during large-scale examinations like NEET UG. Candidates are advised to stay updated with official announcements for any further changes.
