Archive · 26 Jul 2026
Paper Leaks Crisis: Surjewala Alleges Organized Racket
Congress MP Randeep Surjewala has accused the BJP-led governments of allowing paper leaks to become an organized racket, affecting millions of students across India.
He claims that from 2014 to July 2026, at least 116 paper leak cases were officially reported, with the actual number exceeding 152.
These leaks have impacted various examinations, including those conducted by central institutions like the Staff Selection Commission and the Union Public Service Commission.
Surjewala calls for transparency and fairness in the education system.
The BJP, however, rejects these allegations, stating that strict measures, including anti-cheating laws, have been taken to curb such incidents.
At least 116 officially reported paper leak cases from 2014 to July 2026, affecting nearly 7.5 crore students.
Congress MP Randeep Surjewala alleges paper leaks are an organized racket under BJP governments.
Uttar Pradesh, Madhya Pradesh, Rajasthan, Maharashtra, Gujarat, and Haryana reported the most incidents.
Central institutions like SSC, KVS, UPSC, Army, ONGC, and ASRB had to cancel examinations due to leaks.
BJP rejects allegations, claiming strict measures and anti-cheating laws have been implemented.
- Who
- Congress MP Randeep Surjewala
- What
- Allegations of organized paper leaks affecting millions of students
- When
- From 2014 to July 2026
- Where
- Across 19 states in India
- Why
- To highlight the crisis in the examination system and demand accountability
Congress Allegations
BJP Defense
Paper Leak Incidents
Congress Allegations
At least 116 officially reported cases, with actual numbers exceeding 152, affecting nearly 7.5 crore students.
BJP Defense
Strict measures, including anti-cheating laws, have been taken to curb such incidents.
Systemic Issues
Congress Allegations
Paper leaks are an organized racket operating under the protection of BJP governments.
BJP Defense
The Centre and state governments have taken strict measures to address the issue.
- Number of Paper Leak Cases
- At least 116 officially reported, actual numbers exceed 152
- Affected Students
- Nearly 7.5 crore
- States with Most Incidents
- Uttar Pradesh (11), Madhya Pradesh (9), Rajasthan (9), Maharashtra (6), Gujarat (5), Haryana (70+)
- Central Institutions Affected
- Staff Selection Commission, Kendriya Vidyalaya Sangathan (KVS), Union Public Service Commission, Army, ONGC, Agricultural Scientists Recruitment Board
- Examinations Affected
- Recruitment processes, board examinations, eligibility examinations, university examinations, medical entrance tests
- Congress Demand
- Transparency, fairness, and credibility in the education and examination system