Big win for students: J'khand govt scraps JSSC-CGL exam, all tests via TDPL since 2014

Delhi: In an effort to quell student protests over alleged irregularities in recruitment exams, the Jharkhand government has announced the cancellation of the JSSC-CGL exam and all tests conducted by the outsourced agency TDPL since 2014. The decision came after the JPSC-JSSC Reforms Manch, a group of protesting students, demanded a CBI probe into the irregularities. Most of the students' demands have now been met by the Jharkhand government.

Student leader Devendra Nath Mahato praised the government and CM Hemant Soren for accepting their demands, stating that the ongoing probe is targeting those involved in examination irregularities. Mahato expressed gratitude to the government, media, police administration, and the student community for their support during the 24-day protest. He also emphasized the need for a system that would prevent paper leaks and other irregularities in the future.

Jharkhand CID initiated raids at the JSSC office in Ranchi as part of their investigation into alleged irregularities in recruitment exams. So far, 20 people, including former JPSC chairman L Khiangte, have been arrested. The government is committed to reforms aimed at safeguarding students' futures, and has opened a portal for students, teachers, and parents to submit suggestions, which will be shared with experts for consideration.