Ranchi, August 7: In Jharkhand, a formal dialogue took place on Friday evening between the state government and a student delegation amid ongoing protests against irregularities in the JPSC-JSSC exams. The discussions lasted for about an hour and a half at the state guesthouse in Morhabadi, concluding around 9:25 PM. Student representatives described the talks as positive, although no final agreement was reached. They have decided to continue their satyagraha until a conclusive agreement is achieved and their demands are met.
The discussions involved a five-member government team and a ten-member student delegation. Students presented their demands point by point, reiterating the need for transparency in recruitment exams, a fair investigation into alleged irregularities, and improvements in the examination system. They expressed hope for concrete actions from the government.
Four ministers participated in the talks: Chamra Linda, Sudivya Kumar Sonu, Deepika Pandey Singh, and Sanjay Prasad Yadav. Development Commissioner Ajay Kumar Singh was also present. The student delegation included Ravindra Paswan, Piyush Kumar, Rajesh Prasad, Neetu Kujur, Ankit Raj, Kartik Soren, Shalu Kumari, Ravindra Kumar Ravi, Anand Kumar, and Ankit Kumar.
The ministers assured the students that the government would take positive steps to address each of their issues. It is believed that the committee of four ministers will inform the Chief Minister about the students’ demands, and a second round of talks may occur soon.
Before the discussions, Chief Minister Hemant Soren stated in the assembly premises that the government is sensitive to the students’ issues and is willing to listen to their concerns. He emphasized that solutions can be found through dialogue, encouraging students to voice their questions, suggestions, and curiosities openly. The government welcomes their input.
He also noted that significant reforms in recruitment and education systems could be achieved with youth participation. Dialogue should not be limited to a single location or group; all students in the state should share their opinions. The government aims to progress towards reforms based on their ideas.
Previously, there was a deadlock regarding the delegation between the government and students. The government had set conditions for talks, leading students to revise their delegation list, which was presented to the government. The dialogue on Friday was held with this ten-member delegation.
Meanwhile, the protests against alleged irregularities in the JPSC-JSSC exams continued for the 14th day. Students are demanding an investigation into the controversies surrounding the 14th JPSC PT and JSSC CGL and improvements in the recruitment process. Attention is now focused on the next steps of the movement following the talks.
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