Khan Sir Declares Only Re-exam Can Resolve BPSC Protests in Patna
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Synopsis
Protests in Patna by aspirants and educators intensify as Khan Sir advocates for a re-examination of the 70th BPSC Combined Competitive Examination. He emphasizes the need for accountability and transparency in the examination process amidst allegations of misconduct.
Key Takeaways
- Protests demanding re-examination of BPSC intensify.
- Khan Sir leads the movement, calling it non-political.
- Evidence of misconduct in January 4 exams presented.
- Significant number of candidates affected by irregularities.
- Legal proceedings are underway at Patna High Court.
Patna, Feb 18 (NationPress) Protests by candidates and educators demanding a re-examination of the 70th Bihar Public Service Commission (BPSC) Combined Competitive Examination (CCE) have escalated in Patna.
Leading educator Faizal Khan, widely recognized as Khan Sir, is spearheading these protests, asserting that a re-exam is the sole solution to rectify the alleged irregularities.
In a conversation with IANS, Khan Sir presented evidence indicating misconduct during the exams conducted on January 4, 2025, at various locations in Bihar.
Khan Sir emphasized the apolitical nature of the movement and urged Chief Minister Nitish Kumar and Principal Secretary Deepak Kumar to heed their calls for a re-examination.
"We only demand a re-exam; anything less is unacceptable," he stated.
The protests have garnered substantial involvement from both aspirants and educators.
On February 17, demonstrators marched from Mullsllahpur to Gardani Bagh in Patna, brandishing placards and calling for the cancellation of the examination.
Khan Sir expressed faith in the judicial process, mentioning that evidence has been submitted to the Patna High Court, and he expects a favorable ruling for the students.
“We possess critical evidence, including the missing question papers from Gaya and Nawada treasuries, alongside reports that candidates at centers in Siwan and Motihari were granted extra time, giving them an unfair edge,” Khan Sir asserted.
He noted that the unused question paper sets, meant for secure storage in Gaya and Nawada post-examination on December 13, were mishandled.
"These sets were not returned to the treasuries of Nawada and Gaya districts," he added.
In light of the irregularities at the Bapu Examination Complex, around 12,000 students underwent a re-exam on January 4, 2025.
Shockingly, instead of creating new question sets, the BPSC allegedly reused the missing papers from Nawada and Gaya during the re-examination at 22 centers in Bihar on January 4.
This action resulted in a notable disparity in outcomes; only 6% of candidates passed the December 13 exam, while 19% succeeded in the January 4 re-exam.
Khan Sir reiterates that the movement is free from political influences, focusing solely on ensuring a just examination process.
“If Chief Minister Nitish Kumar and Principal Secretary Deepak Kumar act swiftly to conduct a re-examination, it will resolve the issue. I hold great confidence in the judicial system. The evidence submitted will compel the Patna High Court to rule in favor of the students,” Khan Sir concluded.
