NEET-UG Results on Hold: Power Outage Stalls Outcome for 21 Lakh Candidates

A crucial ruling by the Madhya Pradesh High Court has put the NEET-UG results on temporary hold. The decision came after a student's plea highlighted issues during the exam caused by a power outage at the center, impacting over 21 lakh candidates nationwide.

The exam took place on May 4 amid adverse weather in Indore, leading to a power cut that reportedly hindered the proper conduct of the test. Justice Subodh Abhyankar, recognizing the incident's impact, granted interim relief to the affected student and withheld the announcement of results.

The court has summoned responses from relevant authorities, including the National Testing Agency and electricity distributors, by June 30. The incident has sparked concerns over the lack of contingency measures at exam centers despite warnings from the meteorological department.

(With inputs from agencies.)