Jharkhand Students Intensify Protest as Hunger Strike Gains Momentum

Brief By Hindustan Times / 12:00 PM on 05 Aug 2026

Jharkhand students have intensified their protest against alleged irregularities in JPSC and JSSC recruitment exams, with several joining a hunger strike in Ranchi. The agitation has gained wider support, including from CJP founder Abhijeet Dipke. Protesters are demanding transparent recruitment, a fair investigation into alleged irregularities, and immediate action from the state government.