Peshawar clamps down on exam cheating

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PESHAWAR:

The Peshawar district administration on Monday carried out inspections of stationery and photocopy shops in Hashtnagri, Warsak Road and other areas to curb cheating during the matriculation exams starting today and to ensure transparency in the examination process.

During the operation, authorities recovered over 1,000 pocket guides commonly used for cheating. Several shopkeepers were arrested for selling illegal materials, and some shops were sealed.

To maintain the integrity of the examination process, the district administration has ordered the temporary closure of all photocopy shops located near examination centers.

Additionally, all other photocopy shops have been strictly instructed to refrain from producing "micro photocopy" or any material that could facilitate cheating.

Deputy Commissioner Peshawar, Sarmad Saleem Akram, emphasized that a student's true asset is their hard work, and the administration is committed to maintaining transparency in the examination system to ensure that students' efforts are not undermined.

He said the culture of cheating not only damages the education system but also weakens the very foundations of society.