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NEET AIR 1 holder recalls paper leak ordeal
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Aryan Gupta secured All India Rank 1 in the Re-NEET UG 2026 examination after the original exam was cancelled due to a paper leak.
Gupta said he was 'really devastated' and 'cried a lot' after the cancellation but decided to restart preparation the next day.
He credited his parents, elder brother, and teachers for emotional support and guidance during the difficult period.
Gupta urged future aspirants to rely on teachers and remain consistent in their preparation efforts.
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