Maharashtra Derecognises 107 Exam Centres Over Malpractice Crackdown

• Maharashtra government derecognised 107 examination centres for Class 10 and 12 board exams due to malpractice.
• The move is part of a 'copy-free examination campaign' for the February-March 2026 board exams.
• 31 Class 10 and 76 Class 12 exam centres had their recognition cancelled after irregularities were reported.
• Key preventive measures include mandatory CCTV cameras, replacement of staff at centres without CCTV, and deployment of special stationary squads and drones.
• District-level vigilance committees and flying squads are in place, with strict action under the Maharashtra Prevention of Malpractices Act.