SSC chairman refutes allegations, clarifies eduquity's role in exam process
Technical glitches reported during the exams were attributed to delays in the new security software rather than hardware faults. The Aadhaar-based verification system, he noted, has significantly curbed impersonation, preventing candidates from appearing under multiple identities and leading to a drop in overall registrations.The chairperson also highlighted operational improvements introduced by Eduquity, including a Command Control Room (CCR) and a one-click VoIP system, aimed at boosting efficiency and transparency.On government action, he confirmed that Ernst & Young (EY) has been appointed as the audit agency. Preliminary findings suggest that fewer than 5% of candidates encountered issues during the examination, and all such candidates will be offered a fair chance to reappear.The interview underscored that Eduquity has adhered to its responsibilities for transparency, and the SSC urged the public to rely on verified information rather than speculation.- Ends
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