India, Sept. 29 -- With the ongoing heavy rain across several parts of Maharashtra leading to a flood-like situation, disrupting normal life and ongoing academic processes, the state Common Entrance Test (CET) Cell on Sunday announced an extension for admissions into medical courses, including MBBS and dental programmes.

An official on condition of anonymity said, "The decision was taken to safeguard the interests of students and ensure that the unprecedented weather conditions do not adversely impact their educational journey."

The extension comes as a major relief to nearly 2,000 students worried about missing their admissions due to the flood-like situation. With the revised schedule, they now have additional time to confirm their se...