NEW DELHI — In a notable political stance, the Congress party has thrown its weight behind student demonstrators in Ranchi protesting alleged irregularities in state recruitment exams, despite being a coalition partner in Jharkhand’s ruling JMM-led government.
Leader of Opposition in Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi stressed that “every government” must pay heed to student voices, characterizing current educational and recruitment frameworks as deeply flawed. Meanwhile, Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge affirmed the party would address the matter directly with the state administration.
Key Highlights of the Movement & Response
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13 Days of Agitation: Protesters under the JPSC-JSSC Reforms Manch have been demonstrating at Jaipal Singh Munda Stadium in Ranchi, demanding the annulment of the 14th JPSC Civil Services Exam and an independent judicial or CBI inquiry.
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Coalition Dialogue: AICC Jharkhand in-charge K Raju met Chief Minister Hemant Soren to submit a memorandum backing the aspirants’ core demands, supported by state chapters of the NSUI and Youth Congress.
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Government Outreach: Chief Minister Hemant Soren assured that investigative agencies are actively pursuing cases of malpractice and announced a ministerial panel to conduct direct talks with an 11-member student delegation.
