Prime Minister Narendra Modi welcomed the passage of the Anti-Paper Leak Bill 2026, saying the new law will protect students’ future, strengthen the examination system, and crack down on paper leak mafias.
New Delhi : Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday welcomed Parliament’s approval of the Public Examinations (Prevention of Unfair Means) Amendment Bill, 2026, calling it a landmark reform that will strengthen India’s examination system and safeguard the future of millions of students.
In a late-night video message shared on social media, the Prime Minister said the government has been taking continuous steps to make public examinations more transparent and reliable by introducing special task forces, fast-track courts, and technology-driven reforms.
‘Children’s Future Will Not Be Compromised’
PM Modi said paper leaks have affected governments across the country for decades and have repeatedly put students’ careers at risk.
He stressed that the newly passed law reflects the government’s commitment to ensuring that no paper leak mafia or organised criminal network is allowed to manipulate examination systems or jeopardise the future of young aspirants.
“An important step has now been completed in the direction of creating a trustworthy examination system. Our work will continue, and we will not allow such situations to persist,” the Prime Minister said.
Stronger Legal Action Against Paper Leak Mafias
The new legislation introduces stricter legal provisions to curb examination fraud across the country. Key provisions include:
- Fast-track courts for paper leak cases.
- Time-bound investigations.
- Tougher penalties for offenders.
- Strict action against organised paper leak syndicates.
- Greater use of technology to improve examination security.
The government believes these measures will help restore public confidence in competitive examinations and recruitment processes.
Focus on Education Reforms
The Prime Minister also highlighted the need for comprehensive education reforms at both the Centre and state levels, emphasizing the role of digital technology in ensuring fairness and transparency in examinations.
Concluding his address, PM Modi urged citizens to work together toward the vision of a ‘Viksit Bharat’ (Developed India), saying education reforms are essential for building a stronger and more capable nation.
The Anti-Paper Leak Bill, 2026, has now been passed by both Houses of Parliament and is expected to strengthen India’s legal framework against examination-related fraud and protect the interests of students across the country.
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