Haryana CET Exam Sparks Court Petition, Security Tight

Haryana , the Common Eligibility Test (CET) for Group C and D posts has once again sparked debate—this time in the courtroom. A public interest litigation (PIL) has been filed in the Punjab and Haryana High Court questioning the government’s recent announcement to provide free bus services for CET candidates. While the gesture was intended to help students from rural and economically weaker backgrounds, the petitioner has raised concerns over possible favoritism and unfair advantage.

Meanwhile, Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini addressed the issue and reassured citizens that the CET will be conducted with the utmost integrity and transparency. In a media briefing, CM Saini announced that both the question paper and answer sheets will be videographed during the examination. “We are committed to conducting a fair and leak-proof exam,” he said.

The Chief Minister also hinted at stricter measures if required. “If needed, we will suspend internet services in sensitive areas during the exam to prevent cheating,” he added. This statement comes in the backdrop of previous controversies where exam papers were allegedly leaked or digital cheating methods were used.

The CET is a crucial examination for thousands of aspiring government job seekers in Haryana. With nearly 11 lakh candidates expected to participate, security and logistics have become a major concern for authorities. Free transportation was introduced to ease travel for candidates, especially from rural and remote areas who otherwise face significant difficulties in reaching their exam centers.

However, critics argue that the bus service may indirectly benefit certain candidates over others. The petitioner claims that the move could be seen as political appeasement and may not be equally accessible to everyone. The High Court is expected to hear the matter this week.

On the ground, students have mixed reactions. Sunita, a CET aspirant from Sirsa, expressed relief over the free bus service. “It saves money and reduces travel stress. Many of us can’t afford private transport,” she said. Another student, Ravi from Rohtak, welcomed the government’s plan for exam videography. “It shows they want transparency, and that gives us confidence,” he added.

The examination board has been put on high alert. Strict monitoring, additional invigilators, and CCTV surveillance are also being deployed across the exam centers. The government has made it clear that any misconduct—whether from candidates or officials—will not be tolerated.

As Haryana moves forward with CET preparations, the focus remains on conducting a fair, transparent, and secure examination. The coming days will be crucial, both for the candidates putting their hopes on the line and for the administration working to deliver a controversy-free test.