Students Rally in Hazaribagh Demanding Reassessment of Jharkhand CGL Exam Results
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Hazaribagh/Ranchi, Dec 10 (NationPress) Thousands of students took to the streets in Hazaribagh on Tuesday, demanding the cancellation of the results of the Combined Graduate Level (CGL) examinations that were conducted by the Jharkhand Staff Selection Commission (JSSC).
The protesters blocked National Highway 33 (NH-33) near Konar Bridge, a key entry point to Hazaribagh, from 1:30 P.M. to 4:30 P.M., resulting in a significant traffic jam.
In addition to blocking the highway, students forcibly shut down shops in several city areas, including Korra, Matwari, and Lakhe. They raised slogans against JSSC and the state government, alleging widespread irregularities in the exam process and the declaration of results.
The protests were spearheaded by prominent student leaders, including Uday Mehta. The demonstrators claimed irregularities such as a paper leak and the repetition of questions from previously annulled exams.
The JSSC CGL exam, held on September 21-22 at 823 centres statewide, saw over 300,000 candidates competing for approximately 2,025 government positions.
Controversy arose immediately after the exams, with allegations of malpractice circulating in cities like Ranchi and Hazaribagh.
In response to these claims, the JSSC established an investigation committee, which later asserted that the examination process was free and fair. Despite this, the results announced on December 4 only fueled the protests further.
A total of 2,231 candidates were shortlisted for certificate verification against the advertised 2,025 posts, which are scheduled to take place between December 16 and 20.
Adding to the controversy, Jharkhand BJP President Babulal Marandi has called for a CBI probe. Speaking at the Jharkhand Assembly, Marandi alleged favouritism in the results, claiming that consecutive roll numbers had been passed and accusing the authorities of selling seats.
He urged the Chief Minister to order a CBI investigation to address students' grievances and ensure transparency.
The escalating tension has placed pressure on the state government and JSSC, as students demand accountability in the recruitment process.
