AP: Dy CM Pawan Kalyan orders probe into JEE exam disruption due to his convoy

ANI April 8, 2025 137 views

Andhra Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister Pawan Kalyan has initiated an investigation into reports of JEE exam disruptions caused by his convoy in Pendurthi. The probe aims to understand the extent of traffic delays and their impact on students' exam access. Kalyan emphasized the importance of minimizing travel-related inconveniences and maintaining smooth traffic flow during official visits. The incident highlights the ongoing challenge of balancing official security protocols with public mobility needs.

"How long was the traffic stopped for the convoy?" - Official Statement
Visakhapatnam, April 8: Andhra Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister Pawan Kalyan has ordered an inquiry into the news reports that some students could not take the JEE exam in the Pendurthi area apparently after being delayed due to the Deputy Chief Minister's convoy, an official statement from the Andhra Chief Minister's office said.

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Pawan Kalyan seeks detailed traffic regulation review

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Inquiry launched into potential exam access disruption

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Police instructed to minimize travel-related traffic blockages

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Commitment to preventing student inconvenience

According to the release, Deputy Chief Minister Pawan Kalyan has ordered an inquiry into the news reports that some students could not take the JEE exam in the Pendurthi area due to the Deputy Chief Minister's convoy.

"How long was the traffic stopped for the convoy? What was the traffic situation on the routes where the students had to reach the exam center at that time? Was any traffic control done on the service roads?" the release said.

He has asked Visakhapatnam police to investigate such issues, the release said.

The release further said that Pawan Kalyan has clearly stated that he wants to ensure that the people do not face any problems during his tours.

The police have been instructed to regulate traffic only for a short period during the visits of the chief ministers in the coalition government. Similarly, the police regulate traffic. Even when they go in a helicopter, they do not do anything like stopping traffic on the road or cutting down trees, the statement added.

Further, according to the statement, the central office has already given clear instructions to the party ranks and leaders not to carry out crane garlands, programs, or activities that cause traffic disruptions. Accordingly, we inform the party leaders about this on every visit. The party leaders followed the same discipline during this visit as well.

Reader Comments

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Rahul K.
Good that he's taking responsibility and ordering an inquiry. VIP culture shouldn't come at the cost of students' futures. Hope this sets a precedent for other politicians too.
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Priya M.
As a parent, this makes me so angry! JEE is such an important exam for our kids. Politicians should plan their routes better during exam days. 😠
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Sanjay T.
At least he's showing accountability unlike others who would just ignore such incidents. The inquiry needs to be transparent though - let's see the findings.
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Ananya R.
I was stuck in that traffic! Took me 45 mins extra to reach my coaching center. Not just students, many people were affected. VIP culture needs to change.
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Vikram S.
While I appreciate the inquiry, this feels like damage control after the fact. Why weren't exam schedules considered when planning the route? Basic common sense missing here.
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Neha P.
Hope they compensate the affected students somehow. Maybe allow them to retake the exam? This could have been someone's life-changing opportunity 😔

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