Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan reassured NEET-UG 2024 candidates that their concerns would be addressed fairly, emphasizing equity and non-compromise with student careers. He cited increased competition for rising cut-offs and top scores, attributing it to higher aspirant numbers. Pradhan also highlighted syllabus adjustments aligned with NCERT and state boards. Meanwhile, the Supreme Court consolidated cases regarding alleged exam irregularities, underscoring ongoing challenges and controversies surrounding the NEET-UG examination.