After HC rap, NEET centres install coolers, water facilities amid heatwave Nagpur: Following directives from the Nagpur bench of the Bombay High Court, several NEET-UG examination centres across the city implemented enhanced measures to ensure student safety during Sunday’s exam, which coincided with a severe heatwave. The court had emphasized the need for basic facilities to prevent health risks such as dehydration and heat exhaustion. Exam authorities swiftly installed air coolers, fans, and ensured the availability of drinking water across multiple centres, addressing concerns about inadequate ventilation and cooling arrangements. The high court’s intervention came after reports highlighted the lack of proper infrastructure in some centres, including insufficient medical support and access to potable water. The bench warned that such shortcomings could endanger candidates, particularly during extreme weather conditions. In response, exam officials prioritized creating a comfortable environment for students, with measures tailored to each centre’s specific needs. Students who appeared for the exam noted significant improvements compared to previous years. Samaira Bhattad, a candidate at Government Polytechnic, Sadar, described the changes as life-changing. “I’ve appeared for several government exams before, but this time, the experience was much better. Coolers, fans, and drinking water were available, and staff regularly refilled our bottles,” she said. Similar feedback was shared by other students at different centres. At Kamala Nehru College, Aarushi Basode observed that the arrangements had been well-organized. “The presence of coolers, fans, and cold drinking water in classrooms made a big difference,” she remarked.#bombay_high_court #nagpur_bench #neet_ug #government_polytechnic_sadar #kamala_nehru_college
