Viral: Protest erupts in Sindhanur as PDO exam candidates allege question paper tampering

Raichur: A video capturing the chaos and protests during the Panchayat Development Officer (PDO) examination held on November 11 has gone viral, shedding light on irregularities during the test.

The examination was conducted at the First Grade College in Sindhanur, Raichur district. Candidates alleged that only 12 question papers were distributed in a classroom meant for 24 candidates. Adding to their frustration, the sealed question paper packets were reportedly opened beforehand, raising suspicions among the candidates.

Outraged by the mismanagement, candidates boycotted the examination and refused to write the test, even advising those who had received question papers to abstain from participating. The protest escalated as examinees staged a road blockade, disrupting traffic in the area.

Amid the commotion, a video emerged showing a candidate questioning an official responsible for distributing the question papers. This footage has since gone viral, drawing widespread attention to the issue.

In response to the controversy, the Karnataka Public Service Commission (KPSC) has already constituted a committee to investigate the examination irregularities.