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Maharashtra student protests against MPSC irregularities

Overview

Students in Pune and across Maharashtra have launched large-scale protests against the Maharashtra Public Service Commission (MPSC). The demonstrations are driven by concerns regarding exam pattern irregularities, seat reductions, and a lack of transparency in recruitment processes. A specific catalyst for the unrest is an investigation by the Mumbai Police into an alleged leak of the question paper for the MPSC Food and Drug Administration (FDA) Inspector examination. In response to complaints of malpractice, the MPSC has cancelled the recruitment process for the Food and Drug Administration Department's Drug Inspector Group-B posts. Protesters have demanded the resignation of the MPSC Chairman and greater accountability. Rahul Gandhi, the Leader of the Opposition in the Lok Sabha, has expressed support for the students, stating that the situation reflects a “broken trust in the entire system” and criticizing the government for paper leaks and stalled recruitments. He has recently indicated he will raise student demands directly with the Maharashtra government. Demonstrations have expanded to the Vidarbha region, where thousands of students gathered in Nagpur. While previous meetings with government officials resulted in assurances of a judicial inquiry and the continuation of offline examinations, many students have continued their agitation, seeking permanent solutions rather than mere assurances. Protesters are now specifically demanding the filling of over 70,000 vacant positions. NCP MP Supriya Sule has also joined the calls for resolution, urging Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis to engage in constructive dialogue with students to break the deadlock. The unrest has led to the postponement of the State Services Main Examination 2026, which was originally scheduled for October 3. Sharad Pawar, leader of the Nationalist Congress Party (Sharadchandra Pawar), has urged the state government to initiate immediate dialogue to resolve the impasse, noting widespread unrest in Pune, Mumbai, and other regions. Additionally, civil services educator Dr.

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Maharashtra Public Service Commission · Rahul Gandhi · Pune · Maharashtra · Sharad Pawar

Timeline

  1. [POLITICS] 3 sources
    MPSC student protests prompt calls for government dialogue

    Political leader Sharad Pawar and educator Vikas Divyakirti have called for government intervention amid MPSC student protests regarding exam transparency, delays, and administrative reforms in Maharashtra.

  2. [POLITICS] 3 sources
    Maharashtra government criticized over 70,000 vacant posts

    Congress leaders Ajay Maken and Rahul Gandhi have backed protesting students in Pune demanding the Maharashtra government fill over 70,000 vacant posts and address MPSC examination delays.

  3. [POLITICS] 2 sources
    MPSC Secretary targeted by activists over exam irregularities

    Sambhaji Brigade activists smeared black powder on MPSC Secretary Mahendra Harpalkar in Navi Mumbai to protest alleged exam paper leaks and irregularities in Maharashtra.

  4. [POLITICS] 2 sources
    MPSC protests erupt in Maharashtra over paper leaks

    Students in Maharashtra are protesting against the MPSC over repeated paper leaks and demands for transparency, while a student suicide in Pune has highlighted the mental and financial strain on aspirants.

  5. [POLITICS] 3 sources
    Rahul Gandhi supports Maharashtra students protesting MPSC paper leak

    Rahul Gandhi has backed students protesting in Maharashtra against alleged MPSC exam paper leaks and recruitment irregularities, criticizing the government for undermining the credibility of the constitutional-

  6. [POLITICS] 2 sources
    Students protest MPSC exam irregularities in Maharashtra

    Students in Maharashtra are protesting against the MPSC over exam irregularities and seat cuts, demanding the Chairman's resignation and greater recruitment transparency.

Sources

aajtak.com · desitalkchicago.com · edexlive.com · enavabharat.com · hindi.asianetnews.com · justicenews.co.in · nationalheraldindia.com · navbharatlive.com · newindianexpress.com · news18.com · newsable.asianetnews.com · tv9hindi.com

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