Ranchi, August 6, 2026 (Yes Punjab News)
The protest by students and aspirants over alleged irregularities in Jharkhand Public Service Commission (JPSC) and Jharkhand Staff Selection Commission (JSSC) recruitment examinations entered its 13th day on Thursday, with support for the agitation growing among student organisations across the state.
The demonstration at Jaipal Singh Munda Stadium in Ranchi continued to witness participation from representatives of various student groups, who reached the venue to extend solidarity with the protesting aspirants and support their demand for transparency and reforms in the recruitment process.
Led primarily by JPSC aspirants, the movement has intensified over the past two weeks. Despite heavy overnight rainfall, protesters remained at the site and said they would continue their agitation until the government addresses their concerns.
Student leader Devendra Mahto also continued his indefinite hunger strike, while several protesters stayed at the protest venue through the night despite difficult weather conditions.
The students said the rain would not weaken their determination and alleged that corruption and irregularities had damaged confidence in the state’s education and recruitment system.
Speaking to IANS, a protesting student alleged that corruption had become deeply rooted in the recruitment process.
“Everyone knows that corruption has completely taken over the education system here. This is not something that started today; it has been going on for a long time,” the student said, adding that such practices were unfortunate in the land associated with tribal icon Bhagwan Birsa Munda.
The student further alleged that bribes were being demanded for government jobs and claimed that some recruitment seats were being sold for money.
Another protester said the movement was aimed at restoring transparency and public trust in examination systems.
“We have joined this protest because the education system is in a terrible state. We want reforms to be introduced as soon as possible, our demands to be fulfilled, and our concerns to reach the Jharkhand government. We also want all examinations conducted in Jharkhand to be free from paper leaks,” the student said.
Highlighting the struggles of economically weaker aspirants, another participant said government employment remains a major opportunity for many families.
“We come from economically weak sections of society, and government jobs remain an option for us. If there are irregularities here too, then there is no point,” the student said.
Another aspirant said uncertainty over recruitment examinations was affecting thousands of young people who had spent years preparing for government jobs, including Jharkhand Police and Warder recruitment examinations.
Meanwhile, a delegation of protesting students has been given an appointment to hold discussions with representatives of the Jharkhand government on Thursday.
The outcome of the meeting is being closely watched as protesters hope that talks will lead to concrete action on their demands.
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