Several Indian states are offering free or subsidized transport to students appearing for the NEET-UG re-examination on June 21. The move aims to make it easier for students to reach exam centers despite summer heat and logistical challenges.
In Odisha, the Commerce & Transport Department has directed the Odisha State Road Transport Corporation to allow NEET candidates to travel for free on state-run buses. The facility will be applicable across all 134 exam centers in the state, benefiting around 56,983 candidates.
In Punjab, the state cabinet has approved a similar waiver of fares on Punjab Roadways, Punbus, and PRTC buses for candidates traveling to exam centers. The benefit also extends to one accompanying attendant per student on June 20, 21, and 22.
In Uttarakhand, the government has announced free travel in Uttarakhand Transport Corporation buses for permanent residents appearing in the exam. Candidates can travel for free in ordinary-category buses from two days before the exam, on the exam day, and up to two days after for return journeys.
In Delhi, students will be allowed free travel in DTC buses on producing valid admit cards, ensuring that no student faces inconvenience on an important day.
The NEET-UG re-examination was scheduled after the original exam held on May 3 was canceled following a paper leak and allegations of irregularities, which are currently under investigation by the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI).
