MPSC Aspirants Protest in Pune Against Irregularities, Chairman Goes on Leave
MPSC aspirants in Pune conducted an 11-day protest from October 1 to October 11, 2026, against alleged paper leaks, recruitment irregularities, and delays in appointments. Their primary demand was the resignation of MPSC Chairman Vivek Bhimanwar. The protest concluded after the Maharashtra government agreed to form an inquiry panel and Chairman Bhimanwar went on leave.
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What Happened
MPSC aspirants in Pune protested for 11 days, from October 1 to October 11, 2026, against alleged paper leaks, recruitment irregularities, and appointment delays. The agitation, primarily at S. M. Joshi Bridge, also saw demonstrations at Lal Bahadur Shastri Road and Alka Chowk. The protest, which included a hunger strike by some students, concluded after the Maharashtra government announced an inquiry panel and MPSC Chairman Vivek Bhimanwar went on leave.
The protest was triggered by the cancellation of the Drug Inspector Group B hiring exam in August 2026 due to a paper leak, leading to arrests. The state government has formed a five-member inquiry committee, chaired by former judge Dilip Bhosale, to investigate the alleged irregularities within 60 days.
Key Facts
- MPSC aspirants protested in Pune from October 1 to October 11, 2026.From research
- The protest demanded the resignation of MPSC Chairman Vivek Bhimanwar.Pudhari
- The agitation was against alleged paper leaks, recruitment irregularities, and delays in appointments.From research
- Three students on hunger strike, Somnath Chavan, Hrishikesh Gangurde, and Gajanan Shelke, ended their fast due to health concerns.Pudhari
- The protest concluded after the Maharashtra government agreed to form an inquiry panel.From research
- MPSC Chairman Vivek Bhimanwar went on leave until the inquiry's completion.From research
- A five-member inquiry committee, chaired by former judge Dilip Bhosale, will investigate the alleged irregularities.From research
- The inquiry committee is mandated to complete its investigation within 60 days.From research
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