In recent times, paper leak cases have become alarmingly frequent in India’s education and recruitment sectors. The latest addition to this growing list is the Bihar Community Health Officer (CHO) recruitment examination. The Bihar State Health Society (BSHS) has officially cancelled the CHO recruitment exam, which was scheduled for December 1 and 2, 2024.
According to a notice issued by BSHS, the decision to cancel the exam stems from allegations of widespread paper leaks and irregularities in the online examination process. This has raised serious concerns about the integrity and transparency of the recruitment system.
The official notice reads, ‘The online Computer Based Test (CBT) to be held on December 1, 2024 and on December 2, 2024 for selection/employment on contractual posts of Community Heath Officer (CHO) under advertisement No. 07/2024 of State Heath Committee, Bihar are cancelled. Information regarding the next date of examination will be published soon. (rough translation)
Candidates can click here to read the full notice.
Police Raids and Detentions
According to media reports, the Patna Police conducted extensive raids at 12 examination centres suspected of being involved in the paper leak case. Over 12 individuals were detained for questioning, and two centres were sealed as evidence mounted against them. Notably, a WhatsApp chat about the CHO exam, allegedly leaked two days before the examination, triggered the investigation. Authorities are interrogating those in custody to trace the source of the leak and prevent future irregularities.
Impact on Aspirants
The cancellation has left thousands of aspirants disheartened and frustrated. Many candidates had invested significant time and effort in preparing for this competitive exam, only to face an indefinite delay. The BSHS has assured candidates that a fresh examination will be conducted soon, with updates to be provided on its official website.
Recruitment Details
This recruitment drive aims to fill 4,500 CHO posts under the National Health Mission (NHM) in Bihar. The application process began on November 1, 2024, and concluded on November 21, 2024. Admit cards were issued on November 27, and the examination was set for December 1 and 2.
While candidates await updates on rescheduled exam dates, this incident highlights the pressing need for systemic reforms in the examination process to ensure fairness and transparency. For updates, aspirants are advised to keep an eye on the BSHS’s official website.
This incident not only disrupts the recruitment process but also underscores the growing challenges in maintaining the integrity of examinations across India.
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