RANCHI — The Jharkhand government has signaled a swift resolution to the ongoing recruitment exam row after a ministerial delegation met with protesting student representatives at the State Guest House in Ranchi.
Following the multi-hour interaction, Cabinet Minister Dipika Pandey Singh confirmed that core student grievances have been forwarded directly to Chief Minister Hemant Soren, with follow-up written responses expected shortly.
Key Takeaways
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Cabinet Outreach: A state delegation comprising four ministers met an 11-member student committee to review allegations of recruitment irregularities at the Jharkhand Public Service Commission (JPSC) and Jharkhand Staff Selection Commission (JSSC).
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Three-Pillar Demands: Aspirants reiterated three core conditions: cancellation of JSSC exams conducted by private agency TDPL, joint probes by the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) and Enforcement Directorate (ED), and structural reforms within state recruitment boards.
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Protest Continues: While student leaders described the talks as respectful and constructive, they confirmed that peaceful demonstrations at Jaipal Singh Munda Stadium will persist until formal, written guarantees are delivered by the state executive.
