India, May 23 -- In a major development in the NEET-UG 2026 paper leak investigation, Latur-based paediatrician Dr Manoj Shirure, who allegedly provided a house for conducting special classes linked to leaked question papers, is likely to become a witness for the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI), sources said.

HT had on Wednesday reported that the Latur-based doctor, who is the parent of a NEET aspirant, was detained by the investigation agency in connection with the paper leak probe for further questioning.

Dr Shirure was earlier questioned by the agency for nearly two days in Pune after investigators allegedly found links between him and the network connected to the arrested accused, including RCC coaching institute founder Shivr...