Assam Recruitment Exam Controversy: Examinee Alleges Misconduct by Women Security Officials

An examinee at the Assam Direct Recruitment Examination in Nalbari accused women security officials of inappropriate physical checks. Assam Police Chief Gyanendra Pratap Singh promised a probe into the allegations. The incident has sparked outrage, with political leaders condemning the treatment of candidates during the exam.

An examinee appearing for the Assam Direct Recruitment Examination (ADRE) in Nalbari has accused women security personnel of inappropriate body searches during the exam. The student shared a video on social media, alleging that she and other female candidates were subjected to invasive physical checks, including being touched inappropriately. She expressed her distress, stating, "I felt embarrassed and ashamed."

The incident has drawn widespread criticism. Assam Police Chief Gyanendra Pratap Singh acknowledged the complaints, stating that a thorough investigation would be conducted. He mentioned the overreach by women police officers during the checks and assured a quick resolution, given that several women held key positions in the Nalbari district administration.

Additionally, it was reported that some female candidates had to leave their dupattas outside the examination hall, raising further concerns about the procedures implemented during the examination.

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The Assam Jatiya Parishad leader, Lurinjyoti Gogoi, condemned the incident, highlighting the emotional toll it took on the candidates. He added that both male and female candidates had experienced undue physical searches, calling for immediate corrective measures.

The first phase of the ADRE exam was conducted under tight security, with internet services suspended for five hours to prevent cheating. The state government assured transparency in the recruitment process, with Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma expressing gratitude for the peaceful completion of the first phase of exams.