The NEET 2026 paper leak issue in Rajasthan has now taken a completely political colour. The name of accused Dinesh Binwal is at the center of this entire controversy. The matter gained momentum when former Chief Minister Ashok Gehlot directly attacked the government and BJP.
Gehlot claimed that Dinesh Binwal, arrested in the paper leak case, is a person associated with BJP. He said that many people from the accused’s family are already in government jobs, hence an impartial investigation into the entire matter is necessary.
He also raised questions on the action of the state’s Special Operation Group (SOG). Gehlot asked that when such a big network is coming to light then why FIR has not been registered against the main accused till now. After his statement the politics of Rajasthan heated up.
BJP called the allegations false
After Gehlot’s allegations, an immediate reply came from BJP. BJP State President Madan Rathore termed Congress’s allegations as completely false and misleading.
BJP said in its statement that Dinesh Binwal is not a party worker. The party said that having photographs of people with leaders in public life is not a big deal and it is wrong to associate someone with BJP on the basis of photographs alone.
Madan Rathod accused Congress of using the issue for political gain. BJP said that the investigating agencies are doing their work and the opposition is trying to spoil the atmosphere without evidence.
Tikaram Julie presented social media posts
The matter became more heated when Leader of Opposition Tikaram Julie countered the BJP’s claims. Julie shared social media posts of BJP MLA Mahendra Pal Meena. In these posts, the MLA was seen congratulating the accused Dinesh Binwal by writing “Brother”. After this, Congress started cornering BJP.
Julie claimed that Dinesh Binwal is not only a supporter of BJP but has also been the district minister of BJYM Jaipur Dehat. He said that BJP is now trying to hide the truth.
The Leader of Opposition said that if BJP has no connection with the accused then how come the closeness of the leaders with him is coming to the fore. He demanded BJP to accept the truth.
Political pressure increased on paper leak case
The issue of NEET paper leak had already become a matter of concern among students and parents. Now with the addition of political rhetoric, the matter has become more sensitive.
Congress is continuously accusing the government of being lax in taking action, while BJP is calling it opposition politics. In the coming days, this issue can become a bigger controversy in the politics of Rajasthan.