Maharashtra Public Service Commission Refutes Paper Leak Claims Amid Opposition Calls for CBI Inquiry

The Maharashtra Public Service Commission (MPSC) has firmly rejected allegations regarding a potential paper leak in the recent drug inspector recruitment examination. This response comes after opposition parties raised concerns over alleged irregularities and called for a Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) inquiry into the matter.

The MPSC, which operates as an independent body responsible for conducting examinations and recruiting candidates for various government positions, announced that in light of the seriousness of the accusations, it has initiated a police investigation to examine the claims further. This move aims to address the concerns raised by various stakeholders while maintaining transparency in the recruitment process.

Rohit Pawar, a prominent member of the Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) led by Sharad Pawar, has alleged that the question paper for the drug inspector exam, held on March 22, was leaked two days prior to the exam. According to Pawar, the paper was reportedly shared on WhatsApp with individuals affiliated with the Kautilya Academy in Nandurbar. He claimed that a substantial sum of Rs 12 lakh was allegedly paid for the leaked paper, with an advance payment of Rs 5 lakh made before the exam.

Pawar further asserted that approximately 90 out of the 100 questions in the examination corresponded to the leaked document. He raised concerns that students had brought this issue to the MPSC’s attention on July 21, yet no action was taken, prompting his party to demand an inquiry by the CBI. Additionally, he has called for a forensic analysis of the WhatsApp messages, the retrieval of call records, and a temporary halt on publishing the final results and appointments until the investigation concludes.

The MPSC acknowledged receiving the complaint on July 21 and stated that it is committed to upholding the integrity of the recruitment process. By calling for an investigation, the commission aims to ensure that any wrongdoings are promptly addressed and that the examination results are safeguarded against any fraudulent activities. As the situation unfolds, the outcome of the police investigation will be closely monitored by both the public and the stakeholders involved.

Source: scroll.in