Jharkhand Student Protest Live Updates: Student leader Devendra Nath Mahto announced that the ‘peaceful protest’ has been called off after the Jharkhand government agreed to the demands.
Jharkhand Chief Minister Hemant Soren announced on Monday the cancellation of the JSSC-CGL examination and all recruitment exams conducted by the outsourced agency TDPL since 2014. This decision was taken amidst protests over alleged irregularities. He also constituted an examination reform committee, headed by senior IAS officer Amitabh Kaushal, to improve the recruitment process.
Some protests continued, as demonstrators stated that their primary demand was a CBI inquiry
Students welcomed the decision, and activist Sonam Wangchuk described it as a “win for all.” However, some protests continued, as demonstrators stated that their primary demand for a CBI inquiry had not yet been met. The JPSC-JSSC Reforms Manch declared that they would persist with their protest until the government agreed to an investigation. Further talks between the two sides were also scheduled.
On Tuesday, students welcomed the Jharkhand government’s decision to cancel several examinations and hailed the successful conclusion of the students’ 23-day agitation. Praising Chief Minister Hemant Soren, Rajesh remarked that this decision demonstrates how the voices of the youth and the common people are heard in a democracy. He noted that the JSSC-CGL and the 11th to 13th JPSC examinations, along with others conducted for posts such as CDPO, FSO, and TDPL, have been cancelled and that inquiries have been ordered.
Rajesh Prasad expressed confidence that the government would ensure a fair investigation into the alleged irregularities. He also urged Soren to meet with the protesting students and their representatives, stating that they are ready to engage in a dialogue with the Chief Minister.
