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Students protest in Ranchi over alleged examination irregularities

Students in Ranchi have been protesting for 13 days at Jaipal Singh Stadium against alleged irregularities in examinations conducted by the Jharkhand Public Service Commission and the Jharkhand Staff Selection Commission. Despite heavy rains, the protesters continue their agitation, with six individuals currently on an indefinite hunger strike. Local religious institutions, including temples, mosques, and gurudwaras, are providing food and essential supplies to the demonstrators.

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What Happened

Students have been camping at the Jaipal Singh Stadium in Ranchi for 13 days to protest against alleged irregularities in examinations held by the Jharkhand Public Service Commission and the Jharkhand Staff Selection Commission. The protest has continued despite heavy rainfall in the city, and six participants are currently engaged in an indefinite hunger strike to demand comprehensive reforms.

Local religious institutions, including temples, mosques, and gurudwaras, have been providing food, water, and other essential supplies to the protesters. This community support has allowed the students to maintain their presence at the site, drawing comparisons to recent student demonstrations held at Jantar Mantar in Delhi.

Key Facts

  1. The protest in Ranchi has lasted for 13 days.
  2. Students are protesting against alleged irregularities in Jharkhand state examinations.
  3. Six protesters are currently on an indefinite hunger strike.
  4. Religious institutions are providing food and supplies to the demonstrators.
  5. The protest is taking place at the Jaipal Singh Stadium.

The Timeline2

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  1. 6 Aug

    1. DHDeccan Herald
      Temples, mosques, gurudwaras keep Jharkhand exam protest going with food, solidarity
    2. PVPrajavani
      ಸಾಮರಸ್ಯಕ್ಕೆ ಸಾಕ್ಷಿಯಾದ ಧರಣಿ: ವಿದ್ಯಾರ್ಥಿ ಹೋರಾಟಗಾರರಿಗೆ ಮಂದಿರ, ಮಸೀದಿ ಆಸರೆ

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