Education Minister May Conduct Surprise Visits to SSC Exam Centers

However, in a departure from tradition, the specific locations of his visits have been kept strictly confidential. While ministerial visit schedules are typically shared with the media in advance, this unexpected secrecy has sparked curiosity and a sense of alertness among teachers, students, and officials.

The Return of 'Helicopter Milan' Ministry officials have maintained silence regarding the Minister's itinerary, with neither the Public Relations Officer nor the APS disclosing any details. This "surprise inspection" strategy is reminiscent of Dr. Milan’s tenure as State Minister for Education (2001-2006), when he gained national fame for conducting sudden anti-cheating raids across the country via helicopter.

Netizens have already begun referring to him by his popular moniker, "Helicopter Milan," especially after he recently hinted at resuming sudden aerial inspections to ensure the integrity of the examination process.

The nationwide examinations commenced at 10:00 AM on Tuesday, April 21, 2026, across 3,885 centers. Key statistics for this year include:

• Total Candidates: Over 1.85 million students.

• Participating Institutions: 30,666 educational institutions.

• Subject: The first day features the Bengali First Paper for general boards.

The Ministry of Education has implemented maximum security and intelligence surveillance to prevent question paper leaks and ensure a fair environment. Political analysts suggest that by adopting "secret and sudden" inspections, the Minister aims to eliminate any opportunities for unethical practices, mirroring the rigorous transparency standards maintained in the education systems of developed international nations.