Archive · 24 Jul 2026
Delhi HC Sets Up Fast-Track Court for Paper Leak Trials
The Delhi High Court has set up a special fast-track court to handle cases related to paper leaks and unfair means in public examinations.
Judge Anu Grover Baliga has been appointed to preside over this court.
This move comes after recent controversies and protests over the alleged NEET-UG 2026 paper leak.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced the creation of this court to ensure faster justice and greater accountability.
The government aims to deter future examination malpractices through swift and stringent punishment.
Additionally, a new Higher Education Secretary, Naresh Pal Gangwar, has been appointed amid heightened scrutiny over the paper leak allegations.
Delhi High Court designates Judge Anu Grover Baliga to preside over a fast-track court for paper leak cases.
The court will exclusively handle criminal cases related to paper leaks and unfair means in public examinations.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced the creation of the fast-track court to ensure swift and stringent punishment.
The move comes amid protests over the alleged NEET-UG 2026 paper leak and a broader bureaucratic reshuffle.
Naresh Pal Gangwar appointed as the new Higher Education Secretary, replacing Vineet Joshi.
- Who
- Delhi High Court, Judge Anu Grover Baliga, Prime Minister Narendra Modi
- What
- Setting up of a fast-track court for paper leak and examination malpractice cases
- When
- July 23, 2026
- Where
- Delhi, India
- Why
- To ensure swift and stringent punishment for those involved in paper leak cases and to deter future malpractices
Government and Judicial Support
Protesters and Critics
Effectiveness of Fast-Track Courts
Government and Judicial Support
Fast-track courts will ensure swift and stringent punishment, deterring future malpractices.
Protesters and Critics
Critics argue that fast-track courts may not address systemic issues and could be politically motivated.
- Judge Designated
- Anu Grover Baliga
- Court Location
- Rouse Avenue Court Complex
- Act Governing
- Public Examinations (Prevention of Unfair Means) Act, 2024
- Prime Minister's Announcement
- July 23, 2026
- New Higher Education Secretary
- Naresh Pal Gangwar
Sources
Delhi HC Designates Special Judge Anu Baliga For Fast-Paper Leak Trials
NEET Row: Delhi HC Unveils Fast-Track Court to Deal With Criminal Cases From Exam Paper Leaks
Fast track court to try paper leak cases at Rouse Avenue after PM Modi announcement : All you need to know
Appointed to new fast-track court for NEET paper leak cases, who is judge Anu Grover Baliga
