Ranchi, August 07, 2026

The ongoing protest over alleged irregularities in recruitment examinations conducted by the Jharkhand Public Service Commission (JPSC) and the Jharkhand Staff Selection Commission (JSSC) has intensified, drawing both widespread student participation and strong political responses. As the agitation enters its second week, the demand for a transparent and corruption-free recruitment process has become a key issue, with leaders from different political parties offering contrasting views on how the matter should be addressed.

Student organisations in Jharkhand marched towards the State Assembly on Saturday as part of the "Vidhan Sabha March" to protest the alleged irregularities in JPSC and JSSC recruitment examinations. The march began at 11 a.m., with organisers appealing to aspirants from across the state to join the demonstration. The movement has now entered its 14th day and has received support from several student groups across Jharkhand, while solidarity protests have also been organised outside the state. The protesters continue to demand a recruitment system that is free from corruption and ensures fairness.

Leader of the Opposition in the Jharkhand Assembly and BJP leader Babulal Marandi criticised the state government over its handling of the protests. He said the government should initiate dialogue with the protesting students instead of avoiding engagement. Meanwhile, the Jharkhand Crime Investigation Department (CID) has arrested 19 people so far in connection with the alleged recruitment examination irregularities.

Congress MLA Rajesh Kachhap said the party stands with the students of Jharkhand. Responding to the BJP's demand for a CBI inquiry into the alleged examination irregularities, Kachhap said, "One thing I would like to say is that BJP leaders are demanding a CBI inquiry into the matter. If they are insisting on a CBI investigation, it could mean that those associated with the BJP want to protect the people involved. The CBI investigations initiated in 2002 and 2004 have still not reached a closure report. If we hand this case over to the CBI now, those earlier cases would also have to be addressed first. They have already been pending for nearly 15 years, and this case could face similar delays."

As the recruitment examination controversy continues to unfold, pressure is mounting on the Jharkhand government to address the concerns raised by students. With the investigation progressing and political parties taking clear positions on the issue, the demand for a transparent recruitment process is expected to remain at the centre of the debate in the coming days.