Lucknow, February 24 : Following reports of a paper leak, the Uttar Pradesh government, led by Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, announced the cancellation of the UP Police Constable Recruitment Examination 2023. This was a significant turn of events. This ruling follows protests and widespread outcry against the unfair practices by prospective civil servants demanding justice.
Re-test in 6 Months: Yogi Govt's Big Decision
The government’s pledge to preserve the integrity of exams is demonstrated by the announcement of the cancellation of the UP Police Constable Recruitment Exam and the directive to hold another exam within the following six months. Chief Minister Adityanath made it clear that people who attempt to undermine and manipulate the youth’s laborious efforts will not be tolerated. Anyone engaged in such disruptive behavior will face strict consequences.
.@Uppolice आरक्षी नागरिक पुलिस के पदों पर चयन के लिए आयोजित परीक्षा-2023 को निरस्त करने तथा आगामी 06 माह के भीतर ही पुन: परीक्षा कराने के आदेश दिए हैं।
— Yogi Adityanath (@myogiadityanath) February 24, 2024
परीक्षाओं की शुचिता से कोई समझौता नहीं किया जा सकता।
युवाओं की मेहनत के साथ खिलवाड़ करने वाले किसी भी दशा में बख्शे नहीं…
UP Police Recruitment Exam 2024: Controversy Unfolds
Over 48 lakh candidates, including about 16 lakh women, took the UP Police Recruitment Exam 2024 in four shifts across 2,385 centers. But following the test, there were claims that the question paper had been leaked and was making the rounds on social media sites ahead of time. Aspirants to the civil service have been protesting and calling for a re-examination to guarantee fairness and integrity in the hiring process, despite denials from officials.
Protests and FIRs: Unraveling the Paper Leak Scandal
The paper leak controversy was quickly handled by Lucknow police, who filed a First Information Report (FIR), which stoked the candidates’ protests even more. The controversy surrounding the question paper leak and the calls for a re-examination that followed have brought attention to the necessity of a comprehensive investigation and accountability in the hiring process.
Political Repercussions of the UP Paper Leak
Political attention has been drawn to the Uttar Pradesh paper leak scandal by well-known figures like Rahul Gandhi and Priyanka Gandhi Vadra of the Congress, who have called for a CBI investigation. Hailed as a victory for justice and fairness in the hiring process, the cancellation of the police constable recruitment exam reflects the strength of citizens speaking out against malpractices.
In summary, the postponement of the UP Police Constable Recruitment Exam serves as a timely reminder of the value of openness and honesty in the hiring process. The government’s resolve to address the unfair practices that have compromised the integrity of the examination process is demonstrated by its decision to reexamine within six months.
