Maharashtra minister and BJP leader Nitesh Rane has called for a ban on wearing burqas during the upcoming Class 10 and Class 12 state board examinations, citing concerns over potential malpractice and security issues.

In a letter addressed to Maharashtra’s School Education Minister Dada Bhuse, Rane emphasised the need for stricter regulations to ensure fair and transparent exams. He suggested that female police officers or staff members be deployed to conduct necessary checks instead.