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Maharashtra student protests against MPSC irregularities

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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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