In a sight of relief for medical aspirants, the Supreme Court on July 23 dismissed pleas seeking cancellation or re-test of the NEET-UG 2024 exam. While the Supreme Court acknowledged localized NEET-UG paper leaks in Hazaribagh, Jharkhand, and Patna, Bihar. The bench of the Supreme Court was led by the Chief Justice of India D.Y. Chandrachud ruled that there wasn’t enough to prove that the paper leak was widespread making it a systematic failure or breach. 

The court prioritized the impact of over 2 million students who took the exam. The verdict ensures the originally planned counseling and admission procedures to proceed. However, the court addressed the pleas regarding the disputed Physics question, directing the National Testing Agency (NTA) to reevaluate scores based on a clarified answer key. This decision may lead to some students' marks being adjusted. 

Overall, the verdict upholds the integrity of the NEET-UG 2024 results, allowing medical school hopefuls to move forward with the next crucial step in their journeys. The Supreme Court's decision to uphold the NEET-UG 2024 results, despite localized leaks, offers a significant reprieve for over 2 million medical aspirants. By prioritizing the broader impact and mandating a reevaluation of disputed Physics scores, the court ensures fairness while maintaining the exam's integrity. This verdict allows students to confidently proceed with counseling and admissions, marking a pivotal step in their medical careers.