Education – Meta Restores PM Modi’s Facebook Video on Exam Reform Pledge
Education – Meta has restored Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s Facebook video addressing examination paper leaks after it was briefly removed because of what the company described as a technical error.
Meta has clarified that a Facebook video featuring Prime Minister Narendra Modi discussing the government’s proposed measures against examination paper leaks was temporarily taken down due to a technical issue. The company confirmed that the content has now been restored and is once again accessible on the platform. According to a spokesperson, the removal was unintentional and was corrected after the error was identified.
Video Returned After Temporary Removal
The video became unavailable for a short period during the early hours of July 28 before being reinstated. It was originally published on July 23 and attracted attention as Prime Minister Modi’s first direct message to young students during the prolonged nationwide protests linked to the NEET-UG 2026 examination controversy.
The address came while students across the country were demanding greater accountability over alleged examination irregularities and repeated incidents of question paper leaks. The issue had sparked widespread demonstrations led by the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP), with concerns over transparency in the examination system remaining at the center of the public debate.
Government Announces Tougher Measures
In his address, the Prime Minister assured students that the government was preparing stronger legal safeguards to curb examination-related fraud. He said instructions had been issued to establish Fast-Track Courts for speedy disposal of paper leak cases and that a draft law proposing stricter punishment would be placed before the Union Cabinet before being introduced in Parliament.
He also emphasized that protecting students’ academic future remained a top priority for the government. According to the Prime Minister, efforts had been made to ensure that the academic calendar of nearly 22 lakh students remained unaffected despite the disruption caused by the examination controversy.
Anti-Paper Leak Bill Introduced
Following the Prime Minister’s announcement, the Central Government introduced the Public Examinations (Prevention of Unfair Means) Amendment Bill, 2026. The proposed legislation seeks to strengthen the legal framework against examination malpractice by introducing tougher penalties for those involved in paper leak cases.
The Bill includes provisions for imprisonment of up to ten years, higher financial penalties, and the creation of Special Fast-Track Courts dedicated to hearing offences related to public examination fraud. The proposed changes are aimed at improving the integrity of competitive examinations and strengthening public confidence in the recruitment and admission process.
Student Agitation Ends After Government Talks
The student movement that continued for 36 days concluded on July 25 after significant political developments. Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan resigned from the Union Cabinet, fulfilling one of the major demands raised by opposition parties and protest groups.
The government also reached an understanding with the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) and social activist Sonam Wangchuk. As part of the agreement, authorities committed to withdrawing legal cases filed against protesters, ensuring that participants would not face police harassment, and moving ahead with stronger legislation to prevent future examination paper leaks.
Political Debate Continues in Parliament
The NEET-UG 2026 controversy has remained a major issue during the ongoing Monsoon Session of Parliament. Opposition parties repeatedly demanded a detailed discussion on the examination irregularities while pressing for accountability within the Education Ministry. The matter led to frequent disruptions both inside Parliament and during public demonstrations outside, reflecting the widespread concern over the fairness and credibility of the country’s examination system.