New Delhi: Amid all the controversy going around the holding of the National Eligibility-cum-Entrance Test (NEET) 2020, the Union Education Minister Ramesh Pokhriyal ‘Nishank’ wished the aspirants for their examination.
The Union Minister took to Twitter and wrote, “Today, I congratulate all the candidates who are appearing in the #NEET exam. I am confident that like the #JEE in the NEET exam, all the candidates will follow the Corona Guideline and take the exam with complete patience, self-control and confidence.”
He further wrote, “Compliant arrangements have been made by all the State Governments in compliance with the health guidelines issued by the Government of India and thank all the states for this. My best wishes to all the candidates of the #NEET exam again.”
The National Testing Agency (NTA) is holding the NEET 2020 on Sunday. Over 15 lakh students have registered for the same.
The NTA has also released a list of guidelines for the examination like staggered reporting times and seating to ensure social distancing. Candidates have to wear face masks and gloves and carry their own hand sanitiser and a water bottle.