As Haryana prepares to conduct one of its largest-ever recruitment examinations on July 26 and 27, Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini chaired a high-level review meeting on Monday to assess inter-departmental coordination and operational readiness for the CET (Common Eligibility Test). The Chief Minister directed all Deputy Commissioners and Police Superintendents to finalize security arrangements and submit details of sensitive examination centers to the Home Department without delay, enabling preemptive actions such as internet suspension if necessary.
The CET, organized by the Haryana Staff Selection Commission (HSSC), is expected to witness participation from over 13.48 lakh aspirants. A total of 1,338 examination centers have been set up across the state. CM Saini stressed that this massive undertaking must be executed in a peaceful, transparent, and fair manner, without room for administrative lapses or malpractices. He insisted on thorough videography of the entire process, beginning with the movement of question papers from secure storage facilities to their final delivery at examination venues.
During the meeting, the Chief Minister emphasized that under no circumstance should any anti-social element be allowed near examination centers. He asked district authorities to monitor social media platforms closely to prevent misinformation and disruptive activities related to the test. To further ensure public convenience, particularly during the upcoming Teej festival, CM Saini also instructed the Transport Department to provide sufficient public bus services so that both examinees and general commuters are not inconvenienced.
The Chief Minister made a special appeal to the public to avoid unnecessary travel on the CET dates, allowing examinees to reach their centers without traffic-related obstacles. A notable decision was the provision of free bus travel for one guardian accompanying each female candidate, reflecting the state’s sensitivity towards women’s safety and support.
In light of the logistical challenges, especially for candidates traveling over 100 kilometers to their test centers, district administrations have been asked to make specific transportation arrangements. CM Saini directed that additional buses be kept in reserve to handle any emergency or last-minute requirements, and for Dial-112 emergency services to be actively engaged on the examination days to ensure quick responses to potential distress calls. He underlined the importance of candidates reaching their centers at least 30 minutes before the exam begins.
Chief Secretary Anurag Rastogi informed the meeting that all preparatory steps for the CET have been completed. He instructed that no officer or government staff involved in examination duties should be granted leave on the test dates and that all personnel must keep their mobile phones switched on for effective coordination and quick response to any issues.
Additional Chief Secretary (Home) Dr. Sumita Mishra added that Section 163 will be enforced around all examination centers, restricting activities that might hinder the sanctity of the test. She also stressed the need for appointing sufficient Duty Magistrates and ensuring that police verification of all service providers involved in the exam process is completed. She directed that photocopy shops and coaching centers near examination venues remain shut during exam hours and that only individuals with valid identification be allowed entry.
Director General of Police Shatrujeet Kapoor stated that to prevent any breach, including paper leaks or impersonation, private school staff should not be allowed entry on exam days if their premises are being used as centers. Furthermore, he instructed that all duty staff be barred from carrying mobile phones or other digital devices into the centers. Public gathering within a 500-meter radius of the examination centers will also be restricted to maintain order and security.
Senior officials, including Principal Secretary to CM Arun Kumar Gupta, ACS Higher Education Vineet Garg, ACS Health Sudhir Rajpal, Transport Commissioner T.L. Satyaprakash, and CID Chief Saurabh Singh were present in the meeting. All district-level officers joined the session through virtual mode, underlining the scale of coordination involved.
The Haryana Government has reiterated its commitment to conducting the CET fairly and securely, setting a strong administrative benchmark while ensuring the convenience and confidence of lakhs of aspiring candidates.
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