Punjab Education Minister Rana Sikandar Hayat has formed several squads to curb the cheating mafia ahead of the Class 9th Mathematics exam on Monday (today), reported 24NewsHD TV channel.
The minister warned the cheating mafia of strict action and asked them to stay away from the examination centres.
According to sources, Rana Sikandar Hayat said that 10 secret teams have been dispatched to South Punjab for surprise monitoring of the 9th-grade mathematics exam on Monday.
He stated that the areas where the secret squads have already reached include Rajanpur, Rahim Yar Khan, and Bahawalnagar, adding that he may also conduct a surprise visit to any district today.
Rana Sikandar Hayat clearly warned the cheating mafia to stay away from examination centres. He also advised the students not to be influenced by anyone and to stay focused on their exams.
The Education Minister Rana Sikandar Hayat said that the rights of students taking the exam will be ensured at all costs, and that the cheating mafia should stop dreaming of playing with children's futures.
He further added that if caught, students and other involved individuals will be responsible for their own loss. Transparency in examinations is the top priority, and no negligence will be tolerated.
Reporter: Junaid Riaz