CBI arrests key accused linked to NEET-UG 2026 physics paper leak case

The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) on Friday (May 22, 2026) arrested another key accused from Pune in connection with the 2026 NEET-UG paper leak case.

Manisha Sanjay Havaldar, currently employed with Seth Hiralal Saraf Prashala in Pune, was arrested for allegedly leaking physics questions in NEET-UG 2026 examination, an agency official said.

The CBI registered the case on May 12 following a written complaint from the Department of Higher Education, Ministry of Education. Subsequently, special teams were formed to pursue the leads.