CM Devendra Fadnavis orders SIT probe in TET paper leak under Thane Joint CP

On June 27, 2026, Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis ordered the formation of a Special Investigation Team (SIT) to probe the Teacher Eligibility Test (TET) paper leak case. The high-level investigation will be headed by Thane Joint Commissioner of Police Panjabrao Ugale, placing a crucial part of the state's law enforcement response under the leadership of the Thane police department.

The decision to establish the SIT was made after Chief Minister Fadnavis held extensive discussions regarding the examination leak. The Chief Minister met and reviewed the situation with School Education Minister Dada Bhuse and Director General of Police Sadanand Date to coordinate the government's response to the incident.

During the review meeting, Chief Minister Fadnavis issued clear directives to the authorities. He ordered that strict action must be taken against any individuals found responsible for the paper leak. The state government aims to ensure a thorough investigation to identify the culprits and maintain the integrity of the examination process.

The impact of the Chief Minister's order is the immediate commencement of a formal high-level investigation. The SIT, led by Thane Joint Commissioner of Police Panjabrao Ugale, is tasked with uncovering the details of how the TET paper was leaked and who was involved.

School Education Minister Dada Bhuse and Director General of Police Sadanand Date will oversee the administrative and law enforcement coordination required for the probe. The appointment of Thane Joint Commissioner Panjabrao Ugale highlights the key role that the Thane police leadership will play in executing the Chief Minister's directives.

The state authorities are expected to initiate the probe immediately under the newly formed SIT. The government has reiterated its commitment to taking strict measures against those responsible for compromising the Teacher Eligibility Test.