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Jharkhand students march as police stop fasting leader Mahto
Thousands of students and job aspirants marched in Ranchi on August 15, the 22nd day of protests over alleged irregularities and paper leaks in recruitment examinations conducted by the Jharkhand Public Service…
The Story in Brief
Thousands of students and job aspirants marched in Ranchi on August 15, the 22nd day of protests over alleged irregularities and paper leaks in recruitment examinations conducted by the Jharkhand Public Service Commission and Jharkhand Staff Selection Commission. The Tiranga Yatra ran from Jaipal Singh Munda Stadium to Albert Ekka Chowk.
Devendra Nath Mahto, who has been fasting and receiving treatment at Sadar Hospital, alleged that police stopped him from joining the march. Hindustan Times reported a scuffle in which Mahto said he suffered chest injuries. Protesters seek greater transparency, cancellation of some examinations and an independent inquiry. Chief Minister Hemant Soren has promised transparent examinations and said the government will seek students’ feedback.
The Indian Opinion
The protest should not be reduced to either a patriotic spectacle or a law-and-order nuisance. Allegations of leaks and unfair recruitment deserve a credible, time-bound inquiry, while claims of police excesses also need independent verification. The government’s promise will carry weight only if it publishes examination records, explains any cancellations and sets a firm timetable for reforms. The useful test is simple: when will the inquiry begin, and when will its findings be made public?
Sources (3): assamtribune.com, hindustantimes.com, thehindu.com
This story was synthesised by AI from the 3 sources linked above.
Updated: this story now draws on 3 sources.
