UP CM Yogi Adityanath Cancels Police Constable Exam After Paper Leak, To Be Re-Conducted In 6 Months

New Delhi: The exam for hiring police constables in the state, which took place recently, has been called off by the Uttar Pradesh government on Saturday. Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath posted on ‘X’ that the exam will be held again within the next six months. He said in Hindi, “The integrity of examinations is non-negotiable. Those who play with the hard work of youngsters will face severe consequences. Such miscreants will be dealt with the strictest action.”

The exam was held on February 17 and 18. Taking to X (formerly Twitter), CM Yogi said tha "there can be no compromise with the sanctity of examinations." He also warned of strict action against those involved in the paper leak scandal.

.@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।

परीक्षाओं की शुचिता से कोई समझौता नहीं किया जा सकता।

युवाओं की मेहनत के साथ खिलवाड़ करने वाले किसी भी दशा में बख्शे नहीं…

— Yogi Adityanath (@myogiadityanath) February 24, 2024

"Those who play with the hard work of the youth will not be spared under any circumstances. Strictest action is certain to be taken against such unruly elements," Adityanath added.

Following the Chief Minister's directive, the Home Department has also issued an order to cancel the examination. As per the issued order, after careful examination of the facts and information pertaining to the police recruitment examination held on February 17 and 18, 2024, the government has decided, in accordance with the highest standards of integrity and transparency, to cancel this examination. The Recruitment Board has been instructed to proactively pursue legal measures, including the initiation of First Information Reports (FIRs), in response to any instances of negligence.

The government has decided to get the case investigated by STF, and has issued clear instructions to take the strictest action against the persons or institutions found guilty. Additionally, instructions have been given to conduct fresh examinations within six months, ensuring comprehensive fairness. Moreover, candidates will be provided with free transportation facilities through the services of the Uttar Pradesh Transport Corporation.

In response to concerns raised regarding the Review Officer/Assistant Review Officer (Preliminary) Examination - 2023, conducted by the Uttar Pradesh Public Service Commission on February 11, the Chief Minister has decided to get the matter investigated. Additional Chief Secretary of the Department of Appointment and Personnel has issued an order to this effect.

In light of the information and complaints received by the government regarding the Review Officer/Assistant Review Officer (Preliminary) Examination - 2023 held on February 11, it has been decided that a thorough examination of complaints will be conducted at the government level to uphold the integrity and transparency of the examination process.

The order specifies that if anyone wants to bring to notice any kind of complaint regarding this examination or facts affecting its sanctity, they should submit their full name, address, and evidence to the email address of the Department of Personnel and Appointment at secyappoint@nic.in by February 27th.