Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday announced that the government has decided to set up fast-track courts to ensure the speedy trial and punishment of those involved in examination paper leaks.
Speaking for the second time in two days amid ongoing student protests, the PM stressing that "nothing is more important than the welfare and future of our youth”.
The PM said the decision was aimed at protecting the interests of students and restoring confidence in the examination system.
"We have decided to set up fast-track courts to ensure swift and stringent punishment for those involved in paper leaks. I have directed the concerned authorities and officials to take all necessary steps in this regard," the Prime Minister said.
Describing the move as part of a series of measures to safeguard students' interests, Modi said those who attempt to jeopardise the future of the country's youth would not be spared.
The announcement comes at a time when student protests over alleged examination irregularities and paper leaks have intensified, with demands for greater accountability and stronger safeguards in the recruitment and examination process.
Nothing is more important than the welfare and future of our youth!
We have decided to set up fast-track courts to ensure swift and stringent punishment for those involved in paper leaks. Have directed the concerned authorities and officials to take all necessary steps in this…
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) July 23, 2026
Modi said the government is committed to protecting the future of students and young job aspirants by taking tough action against individuals and networks responsible for examination paper leaks. He said such incidents undermine the credibility of recruitment and examination systems and shatter the aspirations of millions of candidates.
The Prime Minister said the proposed fast-track courts would help speed up the judicial process and ensure that offenders are punished without unnecessary delays. He added that the government is strengthening measures to make examinations more transparent, secure and fair.
युवाओं का हित और उनका उज्ज्वल भविष्य मोदी सरकार की सर्वोच्च प्राथमिकता भी है और संकल्प भी। प्रधानमंत्री जी द्वारा फास्ट ट्रैक कोर्ट्स के गठन से पेपर लीक के मामलों में दोषियों के खिलाफ त्वरित सुनवाई और कठोर कार्रवाई का निर्णय इसी का प्रतिबिंब है।
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— Amit Shah (@AmitShah) July 23, 2026