Student Group Accuses Jharkhand Government of Political Maneuvering Amid Recruitment Exam Protests

In Jharkhand, the JPSC-JSSC Reforms Forum has accused the state government of political maneuvering amid protests over alleged irregularities in recruitment exams. Following a recent meeting where their concerns were presented, the group expressed frustration over the government's actions, claiming it invited unrelated student organizations to discussions. With a warning of a large-scale march if demands are unmet, the protests continue as the government seeks to engage in further dialogue. The situation remains tense as students demand an independent investigation into the alleged exam irregularities.

By Narendra Chaudhary Aug 9, 2026, 09:08 IST

Protests Against Recruitment Exam Irregularities

Ranchi, August 8 - The prominent student organization 'JPSC-JSSC Reforms Forum', which is leading the protests against alleged irregularities in recruitment examinations in Jharkhand, has accused the state government of engaging in a "political maneuver." This allegation arose following the government's announcement of another round of discussions with the protesters.

The group claims that despite presenting all their concerns during a meeting on Friday night, the government invited student organizations affiliated with Congress and JMM, which have no involvement in the protests.

Ravindra Paswan, a leader of the forum, stated, "This is a political tactic by the government. They are attempting to create divisions among students and distract the public. However, they should know that all students stand united." He expressed disappointment and frustration over the government's approach.

Paswan warned that if the government does not address their demands by Sunday, over 50,000 students from across the state will converge in Ranchi to participate in a march to the assembly on August 10.

In the midst of ongoing protests regarding the alleged leak of question papers for recruitment exams, the Jharkhand government held discussions with representatives from various organizations on Saturday, but no resolution was reached. The protesting candidates have decided to continue their movement until all their demands are met.

The five-member committee formed by the government first met with the protesting group led by JKLN leader Devendra Nath Mahto. Saturday marked the seventh day of Mahto's hunger strike regarding this issue. The committee also includes state ministers.

Following this, the committee engaged in talks with delegations from Congress-supported organizations such as NSUI, ACS, and JCM.

Earlier on Friday night, the government had a similar discussion with the delegation from the JPSC/JSSC Reforms Forum. A member of the committee involved in the dialogue with the protesters indicated that the Jharkhand government will hold the sixth round of discussions with the protesting students on Sunday, after which a final decision will be made. After a four-hour meeting with Chief Minister Hemant Soren, the member noted that the discussions would take place around noon.

The committee updated the Chief Minister on the progress made during the previous five rounds of discussions with the protesters. The demonstrators are demanding the cancellation of the 14th JPSC Civil Service Examination and an independent investigation into the alleged irregularities by the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) or a retired judge from a high court outside the state.