Jaipur, May 14: A significant scandal has emerged in Rajasthan involving the leak of the NEET-2026 exam paper, allegedly orchestrated by brothers Mangilal and Dinesh Bhinwal. Reports indicate that the duo distributed the leaked paper to over a thousand candidates across the state. They reportedly purchased the exam paper for ₹30 lakh from a Gurugram-based paper mafia just seven days before the exam, on April 26.
Sources from the Special Operations Group (SOG) of Rajasthan revealed that the Bhinwals reside in a luxurious farmhouse located about 30 kilometers from Jaipur, where they lead a lavish lifestyle. The family claims that the allegations of purchasing the exam paper are false, asserting that they are involved in property dealings instead. However, they have also suggested that influential individuals are being protected in this case.
The SOG apprehended the brothers on May 9, with their farmhouse situated just a kilometer away from a police station. Investigations have revealed that the brothers own several luxury cars, and Dinesh is reportedly active in politics, having shared photographs with various politicians, including current and former ministers.
Allegations suggest that the brothers struck a deal for the NEET paper approximately eight months ago for ₹45 lakh, with an advance payment of ₹30 lakh. Local residents have confirmed their affluent lifestyle, and the family claims that all their children are preparing for the NEET exam.
Dinesh Bhinwal had previously boasted on social media about the selection of five of their children in government medical colleges, raising questions about the legitimacy of their claims. His wife, Sonu, mentioned that two of their relatives had also been successful in previous NEET exams.
The SOG has launched a search operation across multiple districts, including Jaipur and Sikar, following the leak’s discovery. During the investigation, it was revealed that one candidate had distributed the leaked paper, leading to the identification of Mangilal and Dinesh as key suspects.
As the investigation continues, the SOG is examining the brothers’ bank accounts and mobile phones to trace the financial transactions related to the paper leak. The agency is also expected to file an FIR against the brothers soon, as numerous questions remain unanswered regarding the extent of the scandal.
Key questions include the timeline of the paper’s sale in Rajasthan and the identities of those involved in the broader network of this leak.