Prime Minister Narendra Modi released an Instagram video praising the passage of the Anti-Paper Leak Bill after it cleared Parliament on July 30, 2026 [1].
The legislation aims to resolve widespread paper-leak issues that have disrupted examinations across various Indian states. By targeting organized leak gangs, the government intends to ensure a fair, and robust examination system for students.
The Bill received approval from both houses of Parliament, the Lok Sabha, and the Rajya Sabha [2]. Following the legislative victory, Modi used a selfie-style video to communicate directly with the public regarding the government's commitment to academic integrity.
"The anti-paper leak Bill will strengthen our examination system and ensure fairness for every student," Modi said [2].
Modi said that the new law provides the necessary tools to dismantle the networks responsible for compromising state and national exams. He said that the government would not tolerate systemic cheating that undermines the hard work of candidates.
"We will take strict action against those involved in paper leaks," Modi said [2].
The move comes as a response to repeated instances of exam leaks that have sparked protests and uncertainty among the youth. The government maintains that the new legal framework will act as a deterrent against future attempts to manipulate the testing process.
“"We will take strict action against those involved in paper leaks."”
The passage of the Anti-Paper Leak Bill represents a legislative attempt to centralize and toughen penalties for exam fraud in India. By targeting the 'gangs' facilitating these leaks, the government is attempting to restore public trust in the meritocracy of the civil service and academic entrance systems, which have been marred by frequent scandals.
