Kohima, January 29: The Combined Technical Association of Nagaland (CTAN) has demanded a re-examination of the Forest Guard written test, alleging multiple irregularities in the recruitment process conducted by the Department of Forest.
Addressing a press conference at the Kohima Press Club, CTAN Convenor Meshenlo Kath and Co-Convenor Kaqheto Kughutu said the association is seeking urgent intervention from the authorities to ensure transparency and fairness in the selection process.
The association highlighted several serious concerns, including the absence of OMR sheets, lack of clarity on negative marking, and the release of an answer key only after question papers were collected. CTAN also pointed out inconsistencies in examination rules across different centres.
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Further irregularities flagged by the association include the charging of ₹300 from candidates for medical fitness certificates, deviations from prescribed interview ratios, discrepancies in the published merit lists, and alleged lapses in conducting mandatory physical measurements.
CTAN stated that such procedural lapses have compromised the integrity of the recruitment process and raised doubts over the final selections. Citing individual anomalies and inconsistencies, the association urged the Department of Forest to order a fresh written examination to ensure justice and equal opportunity for all aspirants.
