New Delhi, May 16 -- The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) identified and arrested another mastermind, who was the source for the leak of NEET-UG 2026 Examination Biology questions.

According to a press release, the key accused, namely Manisha Gurunath Mandhare, a Senior Botany Teacher from Pune, Maharashtra, has been arrested in Delhi after thorough interrogation by the CBI.

She was involved in the NEET UG 2026 examination process and appointed by NTA as an expert. She had complete access to the Botany and Zoology question papers.

During April, she had mobilised prospective NEET examination candidates through Manisha Wagmare of Pune (already arrested on May 14) and conducted special coaching classes for these students at her Pune ...