Delhi High Court notifies designated court to deal with criminal cases arising from exam paper leaks
Delhi High Court designates Judge Anu Grover Baliga as Special Judge of the fast-track court to deal with criminal cases arising out of paper leaks and the use of unfair means in public examinations
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The Delhi High Court on Thursday (July 23, 2026) notified a designated court to deal with criminal cases arising from paper leaks as well as the use of other unfair means in public examinations.
The move comes after Prime Minister Narendra Modi's announcement on Thursday (July 23) that fast-track courts would be set up to swiftly deal with cases of paper leaks.
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In a notification, the High Court administration said judicial officer Anu Grover Baliga's court shall function as a "Specially Designated Fast Track Court" to try offences under the Public Examinations (Prevention of Unfair Means) Act, 2024 and connected offences, from immediate effect.
The special court will function from the Rouse Avenue Court Complex.
Earlier in the day, amid continuing protests by students over the NEET paper leak, Prime Minister Modi said the welfare and interest of the country's youth are the government's top priority, and anyone trying to harm their future will not be spared.
PM Modi said the government decided to set up fast-track courts to ensure swift and stringent punishment for those involved in paper leaks.
He said he has directed the concerned authorities and officials to take all necessary steps on the issue of paper leaks.
Published - July 23, 2026 11:38 pm IST
Source: The Hindu — News
