Students in Jharkhand Plan March to State Assembly Over Recruitment Exam Issues

In Jharkhand, students are intensifying their protests against alleged irregularities in government recruitment exams by planning a march to the state Assembly. After unsuccessful negotiations with the government, they are demanding a CBI investigation and the cancellation of a specific exam. The protesters emphasize their commitment to a peaceful demonstration, carrying the national flag as a symbol of their non-violent approach. As the protests enter their ninth day, student leader Devendra Nath Mahto's health is deteriorating due to a hunger strike, highlighting the urgency of their demands. The situation remains tense as students vow to continue their fight for justice.

By Narendra Chaudhary Aug 10, 2026, 11:17 IST

Protest Against Recruitment Irregularities

A file photo shows students gathering in Ranchi before Vidhan Sabha march(Photo: IANS)

Ranchi, Aug 10: Students in Jharkhand are gearing up for a march towards the state Assembly on Monday, escalating their protests over alleged irregularities in government recruitment exams after unsuccessful discussions with the Hemant Soren administration.

The demonstrators have pledged to conduct a peaceful protest, carrying the national flag to signify their commitment to a non-violent approach. Their demands include accountability and action regarding the alleged discrepancies in the state's recruitment exams.

The standoff persists as students insist on a Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) inquiry into the alleged exam irregularities and the annulment of a Jharkhand Staff Selection Commission (JSSC) exam, both of which the state government has dismissed.

One student protester stated, “We are marching towards the Vidhan Sabha, and our demonstration will be peaceful. Students are traveling from distant areas to join us. We will not cease our protests until our demands are met. We are undeterred by the government's preparations. The sacrifices made by students on hunger strikes will not be in vain.”

Another student shared, “I have passed three exams but have yet to receive a job offer, which is why we are protesting.”

A third student expressed their resolve to continue the protests, saying, “We are all set to march and will soon head towards the Vidhan Sabha.”

Another protester highlighted the peaceful intent of the march, stating, “We are committed to a peaceful protest. Even if faced with police action, we are prepared. We carry the Tiranga and have no weapons.”

One more student added, “We are proceeding to the Vidhan Sabha to execute our planned protest once we arrive.”

Meanwhile, student leader Devendra Nath Mahto, who has been actively involved in the protests, mentioned that the demonstration has reached its ninth day, and his health has declined due to the ongoing hunger strike.

“Today marks the ninth day of our protest, and I feel quite weak. I have been providing updates on my condition, which is deteriorating. However, the suffering endured by students due to repeated exam leaks is far more significant,” he remarked.

A doctor overseeing Mahto's health reported, “He is showing some improvement compared to yesterday. He was experiencing weakness and low blood sugar, so we provided intravenous fluids. His vital signs are currently stable.”