Row erupts in Maharashtra as opposition slams CM Fadnavis over MPSC recruitment exam cancellation, paper leak
The MPSC exam was cancelled based on a preliminary inquiry conducted after complaints regarding alleged malpractice.
Political tensions have risen in Maharashtra following the cancellation of the Maharashtra Public Service Commission's (MPSC) recruitment exam for Drug Inspector positions. The opposition has criticized Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis, questioning the consistency of examination irregularities. The MPSC exam was terminated based on a preliminary inquiry following complaints of malpractice during the screening examination on March 22.
The commission defended its decision, stating that it aimed to preserve the exam's credibility, transparency, and trust among candidates. Congress leader Udit Raj demanded the removal of the current government, urging students to protest against the administration. The leaked papers, numbering close to 160, have raised questions about the MPSC's handling of the issue.
NCP(SP) leader Rohit Pawar accused the commission of inflating the scale of the leak, alleging that papers were traded for 40-40 lakhs using an agent network. He demanded a Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) inquiry. Maharashtra Navnirman Sena leader Sandeep Deshpande questioned why no FIR had been registered in the case, highlighting the lack of legal action despite the acceptance of the paper leak.
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