PM Modi reportedly waited at Delhi airport to avoid traffic disruptions for students commuting for exam NEW DELHI: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday chose to wait at the Delhi airport instead of exiting to avoid traffic disruptions, as Neet re-exam was set to begin at 2pm, according to ANI sources.PM reportedly arrived at Delhi airport at 1.15 pm and chose to wait there instead of immediately heading to his residence. As the NEET-UG examination was scheduled to begin at 2 PM, he delayed his departure to ensure students faced no problems in reaching their examination centres and that traffic movement remained smooth.NEET-UG re-exam is being held at 5,440 centres across 551 cities, as well as at 14 international locations. Over 95,000 examination rooms have been placed under CCTV surveillance through 1.38 lakh cameras monitored at multiple levels. More than 51,000 jammers have also been deployed to prevent electronic malpractice, while candidates reported stricter frisking and security checks compared to the earlier examination.Additionally, according to earlier report, Delhi had heightened security arrangements with additional police personnel deployed at examination centres across the city. Authorities carried out strict entry checks, traffic management and crowd-control measures to ensure the examination was conducted smoothly and without disruption. Free drinking water and refreshments were also provided for parents and guardians waiting outside the centres.Get the latest India news and live updates. Download the TOI App.About the AuthorTOI News DeskThe TOI News Desk comprises a dedicated and tireless team of journalists who operate around the clock to deliver the most current and comprehensive news and updates to the readers of The Times of India worldwide. With an unwavering commitment to excellence in journalism, our team is at the forefront of gathering, verifying, and presenting breaking news, in-depth analysis, and insightful reports on a wide range of topics. The TOI News Desk is your trusted source for staying informed and connected to the ever-evolving global landscape, ensuring that our readers are equipped with the latest developments that matter most.”Read MoreEnd of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideosJantar Mantar Protest: CJP Alleges Water, Power Cut, Demands Dharmendra Pradhan’s Exit22.8 Lakh Students Appear Nationwide For NEET UG 2026 Re-TestThree Indian Oil Supertankers Cross Strait of Hormuz Hours Before Iran Announces Fresh ClosureBJP Defends Shashi Tharoor, Targets Congress Over Pawan Khera’s RemarksKailash Mansarovar Yatra 2026 Begins As First Batch Of Pilgrims Crosses Into China Via Nathu La PassIUML Officially Exits DMK-Led Alliance, Says Future Electoral Tie-Up To Be Decided LaterPM Modi Commissions Three Naval Vessels, Boosts Self-Reliant India MissionKolkata Airport Chaos: Mahua Moitra Questions How Armed Individual Entered Secure ZoneIndia Slams Pakistan Over Remarks On Internal Affairs, Says It Has No Locus Standi’Age Should Not Reduce Human Potential’: PM Modi’s Yoga Day Message123PhotostoriesIndonesian love proverb of the day: “A mother’s love goes on forever, but a child’s love…”Healthy ageing doesn’t begin at 60: Doctor shares daily habits that can decide how well you’ll live laterHow to let go of inner anger, fear, and resentment: 5 ways to find peace within7 stunning places around the world travellers can’t enterInside Ashneer Grover’s lavish Rs 30 crore mansion: From the viral ‘Rs 10 crore dining table’, stylish family lounge and more9 Gujarati vegetarian dishes so delicious, even non-vegetarians love them8 gaslighting text messages psychologists say you should never ignorePsychology says people who often say “please” and “thank you” have THESE 10 qualitiesThe menopause timeline: What no one tells women about the changes that begin in their 30sFather’s Day 2026: 10 animal dads who prove great parenting isn’t just a human trait123Hot PicksPetrol, diesel rateMilk price hikeIndia-US trade dealJIO IPODelih weatherGwalior-Prayagraj ExpressWeather forecast tomorrowIndane gas KYCKeir Starmer resignationTop TrendingNEET re examUS-Iran WarYoga Day 2026FIFA World Cup 2026Abhijeet DipkeDelhi weatherAbu Dhabi NEET rowUP Police Constable answer keyBengaluru blue line metroCJP protest
NEW DELHI: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday chose to wait at the Delhi airport instead of exiting to avoid traffic disruptions, as Neet re-exam was set to begin at 2pm, according to ANI sources.PM reportedly arrived at Delhi airport at 1.15 pm and chose to wait there instead of immediately heading to his residence. As the NEET-UG examination was scheduled to begin at 2 PM, he delayed his departure to ensure students faced no problems in reaching their examination centres and that traffic movement remained smooth.NEET-UG re-exam is being held at 5,440 centres across 551 cities, as well as at 14 international locations. Over 95,000 examination rooms have been placed under CCTV surveillance through 1.38 lakh cameras monitored at multiple levels. More than 51,000 jammers have also been deployed to prevent electronic malpractice, while candidates reported stricter frisking and security checks compared to the earlier examination.Additionally, according to earlier report, Delhi had heightened security arrangements with additional police personnel deployed at examination centres across the city. Authorities carried out strict entry checks, traffic management and crowd-control measures to ensure the examination was conducted smoothly and without disruption. Free drinking water and refreshments were also provided for parents and guardians waiting outside the centres.
