The grand launch of Uttar Pradesh board exams for high school and intermediate levels unfolded Wednesday, blending tradition with modern vigilance. Centers statewide rolled out the red carpet—literally—with flower barrages, tilaks, and candy for arriving students.
Lucknow’s key spots like Kali Charan and Jubilee colleges pulsed with positivity as the Hindi paper kicked off. Arrivals from dawn were celebrated, injecting confidence into the high-stakes day.
State Minister Gulab Devi’s visit to Jiyamau girls’ center emphasized stress-free exams and zero-tolerance for irregularities. A robust framework guards against cheating: multiple magistrate tiers, flying squads, STF deployments in hotspots, bi-hourly checks at critical sites.
Tech arsenal includes dual CCTV recorders per center, perpetual strong room guards, webcasts, and command centers tracking every district. Parent-student helplines and the new 2024 Act promise swift penalties for any foul play.
Secure answer books and vaulted spares underscore precautions. From Sitapur’s widespread centers to Lucknow’s heavily manned 121 venues, operations hummed—barring isolated security delays. Spanning to March 12, these exams for 5.3 million students embody a commitment to purity and equity in education.