Jharkhand Government Holds Sixth Round of Talks With Protesting Students

The Jharkhand government initiated a sixth round of talks with student representatives on August 9, 2026, as protests against alleged recruitment exam irregularities reached their 16th day in Ranchi.

Six demonstrators remain on an indefinite hunger strike at Jaipal Singh Munda Stadium, where they are demanding the cancellation of the 14th JPSC Civil Services Examination and systemic recruitment reforms.

Student leader Ravindra Paswan warned of a massive 'Vidhan Sabha Gherao' march on August 10 if the government fails to meet their demands, accusing officials of attempting to fragment the movement.