Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath made a significant decision on Saturday, ordering the cancellation of the Police Constable Recruitment Examination-2023 that took place on February 17 and 18. He has directed for a fresh examination to be conducted within the next 6 months with the utmost transparency.
The decision was made after a thorough review of the investigation by the STF and the actions taken so far regarding the examination. Chief Minister Adityanath reiterated his firm stance on the transparency and fairness of exams, stating, “Playing with the hard work of the youth and compromising the integrity of examinations will not be tolerated. Stringent action will be taken against those responsible.”
Following the Chief Minister’s directive, the Home Department has also issued an order to cancel the examination. According to the issued order, after careful examination of the facts and information related to the police recruitment examination held on February 17 and 18, 2024, the government has decided to cancel this examination in accordance with the highest standards of integrity and transparency. The Recruitment Board has been instructed to proactively pursue legal measures, including the initiation of First Information Reports (FIRs), in response to any instances of negligence.
The government has further decided to have the case investigated by the STF and has issued clear instructions to take strict action against individuals or institutions found guilty. Additionally, instructions have been given to conduct fresh examinations within six months, ensuring comprehensive fairness. Moreover, candidates will be provided with free transportation facilities through the services of the Uttar Pradesh Transport Corporation.
In response to concerns raised regarding the Review Officer/Assistant Review Officer (Preliminary) Examination – 2023 conducted by the Uttar Pradesh Public Service Commission on February 11, the Chief Minister has decided to have the matter investigated. An additional Chief Secretary of the Department of Appointment and Personnel has issued an order to this effect.
In light of the information and complaints received by the government regarding the Review Officer/Assistant Review Officer (Preliminary) Examination – 2023 held on February 11, it has been decided that a thorough examination of complaints will be conducted at the government level to uphold the integrity and transparency of the examination process.
The order specifies that anyone wishing to report any complaint regarding this examination or facts affecting its integrity should submit their full name, address, and evidence to the email address of the Department of Personnel and Appointment at secyappoint@nic.in by February 27th.
