CJP has demanded Rs 1 crore compensation for families of NEET aspirants who allegedly died by suicide amid the paper leak controversy. In a letter to PM Modi, it cited rising student stress, financial burdens, and urged accountability as the NEET re-exam and probe continue.

Avantika Maurya had been living at her elder sister’s home while preparing for the medical entrance exam. The incident occurred around 11:30 pm and was captured on a CCTV camera.

The mock drill will reportedly begin at 9 am and continue until late evening. Over 2.5 lakh security personnel are expected to participate in the nationwide exercise, aimed at conducting the exam securely and smoothly.