A controversy has erupted in Karachi after reports surfaced that Intermediate students were summoned at midnight by the Board of Intermediate Education Karachi (BIEK) for a probe into results discrepancies.
š” Parentsā Reaction
Parents strongly criticized the timing and manner of the summons, calling it āirresponsible and traumatic for students.ā
Many said their children were already under immense stress due to delays and errors in results, and such actions only worsened the situation.
šļø Official Response
The BIEK has denied āharassmentā claims, saying students were called for clarification sessions in ongoing investigations into alleged paper leaks, impersonation, and malpractice.
However, officials admitted the timing was āinappropriateā and vowed to review procedures.
š Background
Karachiās Intermediate exams this year were marred by:
Leaked question papers circulating on WhatsApp.
Complaints of marking errors.
Allegations of favoritism and corruption within the board.
