Jharkhand Assembly stalled as BJP seeks CBI probe into exam irregularities

The Story in Brief

A hunger-striking student was taken to Ranchi Sadar Hospital on Friday after his health deteriorated, as the protest over Jharkhand recruitment exam irregularities entered its 14th day. India Today reports that six protesters are fasting, while students have formed an 11-member delegation for talks with the government. The protesters seek cancellation of the 14th JPSC Civil Services Examination and an independent investigation by the CBI or retired high court judges.

BJP MLAs disrupted Assembly proceedings, entered the well and demanded a court-monitored CBI probe, forcing an adjournment during Question Hour. The ruling Congress opposed the demand, saying the CID was already investigating and questioning the CBI’s credibility. The government has offered dialogue through a five-member panel.

The Indian Opinion

The lazy narrative that every exam protest is either partisan drama or proof of total administrative failure helps nobody. Students deserve a credible inquiry, prompt medical care and clear communication, while allegations must be tested rather than traded as political accusations. A CID probe alone may not restore trust if the protesters reject it. The practical test is whether the government publishes a time-bound inquiry plan and explains what happens to the disputed examination.

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