Odisha med PG exam question paper ‘shared on WhatsApp’ mid-test; dean denies 'paper leak'
An investigation is underway in Odisha, India, after images of a medical postgraduate examination paper were allegedly shared on WhatsApp while the test was in progress. While officials deny a formal 'leak' because the images surfaced after the exam started, they are tightening security to prevent further unauthorized use of electronic devices.
Why it matters
The incident highlights ongoing challenges in maintaining academic integrity and exam security in the digital age.
BHUBANESWAR: A question paper from the Odisha medical postgraduate examination was allegedly shared on social media while the test was in progress, triggering an internal investigation, according to news agency PTI.The incident took place on July 27 during the All Odisha Medical PG Examination, when images of the General Surgery second paper for the MS/MD 2023-26 batch were allegedly shared in WhatsApp groups created by some postgraduate students.Officials said there were also claims that answers were circulated from certain phone numbers while the examination was underway.The issue surfaced after a student from a private medical college in Bhubaneswar, who allegedly had photographs of the question paper, informed the authorities.
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