Copying cases hit historic high in Gujarat, rise 6,000%

Ahmedabad, May 23: Gujarat has recorded a sky-rocketing rise of over 6,000% in copying cases in the SSC and HSC board exams. In 2014, the state had recorded 135 cases while this year, 8,678 cases of copying have already been recorded.

Curiously, about 60% of the total cases have been recorded in Anand (5,656) followed by Patan (501) and Ahmedabad (243).

It's not that incidents of copying have suddenly increased this year. It's only that more students are being caught after the board ordered CCTV and tablet surveillance in 90% exam centers.

CCTV and tablet footage of exam centers is still being screened. Officials say copying cases are expected to cross 10,000. After the district education office reports from across the state, the Gujarat Secondary and Higher Secondary Education Board (GSHSEB) is now randomly screening 69,000 CDs of CCTV footage to catch more copy-cats.

"The experiment to introduce electronic surveillance to complement human supervision has proved highly successful. In 2013, tablets were put in 250 centers. In 2014, 90% exam centers had CCTV. Next year, 100% exam centers will have electronic eyes to curb copying," said board secretary R I Patel.

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SMR Public School’s ‘EXCELLENTIA’ highlights academic excellence and holistic growth

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December 16,2025

Melkar (Bantwal): The 9th Annual Day celebration of SMR Public School, titled “EXCELLENTIA”, was held on December 15 with great enthusiasm and dignity, marking a significant milestone in the institution’s journey towards academic excellence and holistic development.

The programme was inaugurated by Dr. U. T. Iftikar Ali. The chief guests were Dr. Akhtar Hussain, Mr. P. Moosabba Beary, Mr. Zakaria Jokattre, and Dr. T. M. Abdul Rahuf—whose inspiring addresses motivated the students and appreciated the school’s contributions to education.

Mr. Abdul Nasir, Mr. Ibrahim Gadiyar, Mr. Razak Golthamajal, Mr. Sali Koya, Mr. Arshad Hussain, Mr. Ismail Balanoor, Mr. Feroz Bawa, Mr. Sahul Hameed, Mr. Abubakkar, Mr. Hameed K. Mani, Mr. Abdul Majeed (Principal, Melkar Women’s College), and Mr. Abdul Lathief (Former Principal, Melkar Women’s College) were the guests of honour.

The Annual Report was presented by the Headmistress, Ms. Fathimathul Zaheera, highlighting the school’s achievements and progress during the academic year. The Presidential Address was delivered by the Chairman of SMR Public School, Dr. Haji S. M. Rasheed, who emphasised the vital role of education in shaping students’ futures and stressed the importance of discipline, dedication, and consistent effort in achieving 100 per cent academic results.

Secretary of SMR Public School, Mr. Rifath Ahmed, and PTA President, Mr. Sandeep Kumar, were also present on the occasion.

The Annual Day celebration showcased the collective efforts of students and teachers and reaffirmed the school’s commitment to quality education and all-round development. The programme concluded with a vote of thanks, expressing gratitude to all dignitaries, parents, and well-wishers for their support. The 9th Annual Day—EXCELLENTIA—was a memorable and successful event, leaving a lasting impression on everyone present.

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