Activist Devendra Mahto has called off his hunger strike following the Jharkhand government's decision to cancel the JSSC CGL examination along with all recruitment drives conducted via TDPL. Chief Minister Hemant Soren announced on Monday (Aug 17) that the Criminal Investigation Department (CID) will review all TDPL-led examinations dating back to 2014.&nbsp;&nbsp;In his statement Soren said,&nbsp;“We have always taken tough decisions to protect the interests, future, and trust of my young companions from Jharkhand. Interaction with media colleagues after the cabinet meeting on JPSC JSSC and other issues...” He acknowledged that while Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) existed, failure to enforce them rigorously triggered the recent crisis.&nbsp;ASPIRANTS BECOME EMOTIONAL:

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Addressing a press conference after a special Cabinet meeting, Soren announced the complete cancellation of the Jharkhand Staff Selection Commission Combined Graduate Level (JSSC CGL) examination. Furthermore, the state government has scrapped all recruitment processes, published results, and selected candidates associated with outsourced vendor TSR Data Processing Pvt Ltd (TDPL). Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/jharkhand-protest-devendra-nath-mahto-enters-15-days-of-hunger-strike-students-state-government-set-for-fresh-talks-1786949486050/amp">Jharkhand protest: Devendra Nath Mahto enters 15 days of hunger strike; Students, state government set for fresh talks</a> The landmark decisions follow a 24-day protest led by job aspirants in Ranchi over allegations of systemic paper leaks, rigging, and widespread irregularities. Mahto, who took center stage after beginning a hunger strike that drew widespread attention, called off his fast once the key demands were officially conceded. Outlining the enforcement measures, Chief Minister Soren announced that the CID along with a Special Investigation Team (SIT) will launch a comprehensive probe into every examination conducted through TDPL dating back to 2014. Additionally, a committee chaired by a retired judge has been appointed to look into the alleged irregularities and administrative lapses. Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/be-it-jantar-mantar-or-jharkhand-cjp-s-abhijeet-dipke-condemns-police-brutality-speaks-to-devendra-nath-mahto-1786427114738">'Be it Jantar Mantar or Jharkhand...': CJP's Abhijeet Dipke condemns police brutality, speaks to Devendra Nath Mahto</a> To rebuild public faith in state recruitments, the government has formed an expert committee under IPS officer Amitabh Kaushal to draft systematic overhaul measures. An official portal has also been opened to gather feedback directly from students, parents, and educators. With early investigation findings already leading to multiple arrests linked to exam fraud, authorities pledged complete transparency and stringent action as fresh examination frameworks are prepared.

Student activist Devendra Nath Mahto has ended his 15-day hunger strike after Chief Minister Hemant Soren announced the cancellation of the JSSC-CGL examination and initiated a CID inquiry into exam irregularities. 

Activist Devendra Mahto has called off his hunger strike following the Jharkhand government's decision to cancel the JSSC CGL examination along with all recruitment drives conducted via TDPL. Chief Minister Hemant Soren announced on Monday (Aug 17) that the Criminal Investigation Department (CID) will review all TDPL-led examinations dating back to 2014. In his statement Soren said, “We have always taken tough decisions to protect the interests, future, and trust of my young companions from Jharkhand. Interaction with media colleagues after the cabinet meeting on JPSC JSSC and other issues...” He acknowledged that while Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) existed, failure to enforce them rigorously triggered the recent crisis. ASPIRANTS BECOME EMOTIONAL:

Student activist Devendra Nath Mahto has ended his 15-day hunger strike after Chief Minister Hemant Soren announced the cancellation of the JSSC-CGL examination and initiated a CID inquiry into exam irregularities.

Devendra Mahto ends fast after Hemant Soren government cancels JSSC-CGL exam amid Jharkhand protests

Protesting students against irregularities in the recruitment examinations in Jharkhand are set to hold fresh talks with the State government on Monday (August 17, 2026). This comes with the entry of six agitators on the 24th day of the hunger strike. A day earlier, protesting students burnt the effigies of CM Hemant Soren, Rahul Gandhi and RJD leader Tejashwi Yadav, accusing the JMM-Congress alliance of "failing to take concrete action" on their demands. In addition, Jharkhand student leader Devendra Nath Mahto entered the 15th day of his hunger strike on Monday over alleged irregularities, hoping the fresh round of talks with the state government would yield a positive outcome. Mahto has been on hunger strike since August 2.&nbsp;Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/fssai-crackdown-forces-6-companies-to-withdraw-misleading-labels-and-claims-1786943360522">FSSAI crackdown forces 6 companies to withdraw misleading labels and claims</a><h3>Devendra Nath Mahto warns</h3>He warned that the struggle would continue if the government don't meet the students' expectations. "There is hope and faith. But if the government fails to live up to it, the struggle will continue. I hope the talks satisfy the students," he said. The students are set to sit down with a government delegation at Ranchi's State Guest House at 2 pm on Monday, with officials granting permission for the students to have their legal adviser present during the discussions. Mahto stated that the outcome of the talks should be lasting changes to the education and examination system, ensuring paper leaks, malpractice, and other alleged irregularities don't continue to affect students in the future. The student leader also warned that the planned August 20 protests, including surrounding Chief Minister Hemant Soren's residence and the Vidhan Sabha, would proceed as planned if the negotiations don't yield a satisfactory result. On his health, Mahto shared that his blood pressure had been running low and he'd been feeling a heaviness in his head, though rest had brought some relief.

Jharkhand student leader Devendra Nath Mahto entered the 15th day of his hunger strike on Monday over alleged irregularities, hoping the fresh round of talks with the state government would yield a positive outcome.

Protesting students against irregularities in the recruitment examinations in Jharkhand are set to hold fresh talks with the State government on Monday (August 17, 2026). This comes with the entry of six agitators on the 24th day of the hunger strike. A day earlier, protesting students burnt the effigies of CM Hemant Soren, Rahul Gandhi and RJD leader Tejashwi Yadav, accusing the JMM-Congress alliance of "failing to take concrete action" on their demands. In addition, Jharkhand student leader Devendra Nath Mahto entered the 15th day of his hunger strike on Monday over alleged irregularities, hoping the fresh round of talks with the state government would yield a positive outcome. Mahto has been on hunger strike since August 2. Also read: FSSAI crackdown forces 6 companies to withdraw misleading labels and claims Devendra Nath Mahto warns He warned that the struggle would continue if the government don't meet the students' expectations. "There is hope and faith. But if the government fails to live up to it, the struggle will continue. I hope the talks satisfy the students," he said. The students are set to sit down with a government delegation at Ranchi's State Guest House at 2 pm on Monday, with officials granting permission for the students to have their legal adviser present during the discussions. Mahto stated that the outcome of the talks should be lasting changes to the education and examination system, ensuring paper leaks, malpractice, and other alleged irregularities don't continue to affect students in the future. The student leader also warned that the planned August 20 protests, including surrounding Chief Minister Hemant Soren's residence and the Vidhan Sabha, would proceed as planned if the negotiations don't yield a satisfactory result. On his health, Mahto shared that his blood pressure had been running low and he'd been feeling a heaviness in his head, though rest had brought some relief.

Jharkhand student leader Devendra Nath Mahto entered the 15th day of his hunger strike on Monday over alleged irregularities, hoping the fresh round of talks with the state government would yield a positive outcome.

Jharkhand protest: Devendra Nath Mahto enters 15 days of hunger strike; Students, state government set for fresh talks

As the student protest in Jharkhand entered its 22nd day on Independence Day, student leader Devendra Nath Mahto alleged that police stopped him from leaving Sadar Hospital to join a Tiranga Yatra in Ranchi on Saturday.&nbsp;&nbsp;Mahto claimed that he and his companions were "brutally beaten" when they tried to proceed to the flag hoisting ceremony at Jaipal Singh Munda Stadium.&nbsp;Mahto has been on an indefinite hunger strike for 14 days over alleged irregularities in recruitment examinations conducted by the Jharkhand Public Service Commission (JPSC) and Jharkhand Staff Selection Commission (JSSC).&nbsp;"Students had made preparations for the flag-hoisting ceremony at Jaipal Singh Munda Stadium. We had also provided written notification to the DC, the SDM, and the hospital management regarding this. By 9 AM, the administration and hospital management stated that they would let me go to hoist the flag. Then, within 20-21 minutes, they initially said a vehicle was arriving to take us there, but suddenly, we were attacked," he quoted as saying by ANI.<h2>Mahto alleges police assaulted companions</h2>Mahto alleged that students had informed the district administration and hospital management about the planned flag hoisting ceremony.&nbsp;"The police pounced on us in a highly aggressive manner. They wanted to force us inside and lock us in with full might. I pleaded with them not to lock the door or close the gate. At that point, the entire police force pounced on us, and the companions who were trying to protect me were brutally beaten and thrown to the ground," Mahto further alleged, according to ANI&nbsp;&nbsp;The JLKM leader said he had remained in the hospital corridor for several hours. He also appealed to the government to clarify whether he had committed any wrongdoing.<h2>Soren promises transparency in recruitment exams</h2>Meanwhile, Jharkhand Chief Minister Hemant Soren said his government was working to bring transparency to recruitment examinations and improve the state's education system.&nbsp;"For me, the youth of the state are very important to me, and so is their faith in us. We have decided to bring changes in the system. Transparent examination will be ensured," Soren said while addressing the state level Independence Day celebration.&nbsp;Soren also said the government had launched "Chhatron Ki Baat - Chhatron Ke Sath" to seek suggestions from students on improving the education system.&nbsp;He said students would continue to play an important role in building a "good education system".

Jharkhand student leader Devendra Nath Mahto alleged that police assaulted him and his companions and stopped him from joining an Independence Day Tiranga Yatra in Ranchi, while CM Hemant Soren promised transparent recruitment exams.

As the student protest in Jharkhand entered its 22nd day on Independence Day, student leader Devendra Nath Mahto alleged that police stopped him from leaving Sadar Hospital to join a Tiranga Yatra in Ranchi on Saturday. Mahto claimed that he and his companions were "brutally beaten" when they tried to proceed to the flag hoisting ceremony at Jaipal Singh Munda Stadium. Mahto has been on an indefinite hunger strike for 14 days over alleged irregularities in recruitment examinations conducted by the Jharkhand Public Service Commission (JPSC) and Jharkhand Staff Selection Commission (JSSC). "Students had made preparations for the flag-hoisting ceremony at Jaipal Singh Munda Stadium. We had also provided written notification to the DC, the SDM, and the hospital management regarding this. By 9 AM, the administration and hospital management stated that they would let me go to hoist the flag. Then, within 20-21 minutes, they initially said a vehicle was arriving to take us there, but suddenly, we were attacked," he quoted as saying by ANI. Mahto alleges police assaulted companions Mahto alleged that students had informed the district administration and hospital management about the planned flag hoisting ceremony. "The police pounced on us in a highly aggressive manner. They wanted to force us inside and lock us in with full might. I pleaded with them not to lock the door or close the gate. At that point, the entire police force pounced on us, and the companions who were trying to protect me were brutally beaten and thrown to the ground," Mahto further alleged, according to ANI The JLKM leader said he had remained in the hospital corridor for several hours. He also appealed to the government to clarify whether he had committed any wrongdoing. Soren promises transparency in recruitment exams Meanwhile, Jharkhand Chief Minister Hemant Soren said his government was working to bring transparency to recruitment examinations and improve the state's education system. "For me, the youth of the state are very important to me, and so is their faith in us. We have decided to bring changes in the system. Transparent examination will be ensured," Soren said while addressing the state level Independence Day celebration. Soren also said the government had launched "Chhatron Ki Baat - Chhatron Ke Sath" to seek suggestions from students on improving the education system. He said students would continue to play an important role in building a "good education system".

Jharkhand student leader Devendra Nath Mahto alleged that police assaulted him and his companions and stopped him from joining an Independence Day Tiranga Yatra in Ranchi, while CM Hemant Soren promised transparent recruitment exams.

Jharkhand protest: Student activist Mahto alleges assault, blocked from Tiranga Yatra

Jharkhand Loktantrik Krantikari Morcha (JLKM) leader Devendra Nath Mahto is admitted to Sadar Hospital in Ranchi following a day-long protest march to the state Assembly. Mahto, who has been on a hunger strike for the past nine days, joined the protest on stretcher and said that government will be forced to listen to the students. Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) founder Abhijeet Dipke spoke to Mahto via video call on Monday night. Dipke affirmed CJP's support for Mahto and condemned the police brutality during the march. It must be noted that CJP delegation joined the student protest in Ranchi last week and vowed that they would not leave until all demands are met.&nbsp;<figure class="image"><img src="https://cdn1.wionews.com/prod/wion/images/2026/20260811/image-1786429810395.png"></figure>&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/bjp-calls-for-statewide-shutdown-over-police-action-in-jharkhand-cm-hemant-soren-says-students-misled-for-political-gain-1786420365620">BJP calls for shutdown over police action in Jharkhand, CM Hemant Soren says ‘students misled for political gain’</a>&nbsp;Students in the state continue to protest irregularities in Jharkhand Public Service Commission (JPSC) and Jharkhand Staff Selection Commission (JSSC) examinations. On Monday, protesters took out a 'Vidhan Sabha Gherao' protest march to the state legislative assembly, during which police used baton, tear gas and water cannons to disperse the large crowd.

Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/jharkhand-protesters-try-to-remove-barricades-dance-as-police-use-water-cannons-during-vidhan-sabha-march-watch-1786346056768">Jharkhand protesters try to remove barricades, dance as police use water cannons during Vidhan Sabha march | WATCH</a><h2>‘Mahto is a true hero’: Dipke</h2>CJP's Abhijeet Dipke revealed in a social media post that he spoke to Mahto late night. Mahto also confirmed the same in a post in X. Mahto said that he was lathi-charged by the police and suffered injuries. He is also experiencing chest pain, Dipke said in a post. &nbsp;"Spoke to Devendra Mahto, who has been on a hunger strike for the past 9 days. He told me that before being taken to the hospital, he was lathi-charged by the police and suffered injuries. He is also experiencing chest pain," Dipke wrote in a post on Instagram, sharing a screenshot of his video call with Mahto. Condemning the alleged use of force, the CJP founder further said, “Be it Jantar Mantar or Jharkhand, such police brutality against students is cruel and inhuman.” Dipke affirmed that the CJP firmly stands with Devendra Nath Mahto and his struggle. He called Mahto a "true hero," adding that the movement salutes his courage and strength.

Jharkhand student leader Devendra Nath Mahto was hospitalised after joining a protest march to the Assembly despite being on a nine-day hunger strike. CJP founder Abhijeet Dipke spoke to him and backed his movement, while alleging police brutality during the protest.

Jharkhand Loktantrik Krantikari Morcha (JLKM) leader Devendra Nath Mahto is admitted to Sadar Hospital in Ranchi following a day-long protest march to the state Assembly. Mahto, who has been on a hunger strike for the past nine days, joined the protest on stretcher and said that government will be forced to listen to the students. Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) founder Abhijeet Dipke spoke to Mahto via video call on Monday night. Dipke affirmed CJP's support for Mahto and condemned the police brutality during the march. It must be noted that CJP delegation joined the student protest in Ranchi last week and vowed that they would not leave until all demands are met. Also Read: BJP calls for shutdown over police action in Jharkhand, CM Hemant Soren says ‘students misled for political gain’ Students in the state continue to protest irregularities in Jharkhand Public Service Commission (JPSC) and Jharkhand Staff Selection Commission (JSSC) examinations. On Monday, protesters took out a 'Vidhan Sabha Gherao' protest march to the state legislative assembly, during which police used baton, tear gas and water cannons to disperse the large crowd.

Jharkhand student leader Devendra Nath Mahto was hospitalised after joining a protest march to the Assembly despite being on a nine-day hunger strike. CJP founder Abhijeet Dipke spoke to him and backed his movement, while alleging police brutality during the protest.

'Be it Jantar Mantar or Jharkhand...': CJP's Abhijeet Dipke condemns police brutality, speaks to Devendra Nath Mahto

The Enforcement Directorate (ED) on Monday (August 8) filed a money-laundering case to probe alleged irregularities in the Jharkhand Public Service Commission (JPSC) examinations. The move of the investigative agency followed after protests and an indefinite hunger strike in Ranchi against the demand over irregularities entered its 17th day on Monday. Officials confirmed that the arrested individuals have been taken into custody for interrogation. The central financial crimes investigative agency’s case under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA) has come up from the Jharkhand Police’s first information report.&nbsp;Also read:<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/don-t-do-anything-like-jantar-mantar-devendra-nath-mahto-appeals-for-calm-as-thousands-join-vidhan-sabha-gherao-march-1786346817677"> 'Don't do anything like Jantar Mantar...': Devendra Nath Mahto appeals for calm as thousands join Vidhan Sabha Gherao march</a><h3>Devendra Nath Mahto joins protestors</h3>Meanwhile, thousands of students and job aspirants protesting against alleged irregularities in exams marched to the Jharkhand assembly on Monday. Jharkhand Loktantrik Krantikari Morcha (JLKM) leader Devendra Nath Mahto, who has been on a hunger strike for nine days, also joined the protesting students in their march to the state Assembly. Nath urged the protesters to avoid violence, similar to what happened on July 20 during the Cockroach Janta Party's march to the Parliament over NEET paper leak. While speaking to reporters, he also criticised the state government for ignoring students' demands. Authorities imposed prohibitory orders and deployed more than 1,500 personnel, including Rapid Action Force, Indian Reserve Battalion, police, and Quick Reaction Team members, along the four-km stretch of the march route. Most schools in Ranchi remained closed. The deadlock has persisted despite the Jharkhand Mukti Morcha-led state government holding several rounds of talks with the protesters. The government maintains that 98 per cent of the demands have been accepted, but protesters say they will continue their agitation since the government has agreed to cancel only three of the 13 exams they wanted scrapped.

Officials imposed prohibitory orders and deployed more than 1,500 personnel, including Rapid Action Force, Indian Reserve Battalion, police, and Quick Reaction Team members, along the four-km stretch of the march route. Most schools in Ranchi remained closed.

The Enforcement Directorate (ED) on Monday (August 8) filed a money-laundering case to probe alleged irregularities in the Jharkhand Public Service Commission (JPSC) examinations. The move of the investigative agency followed after protests and an indefinite hunger strike in Ranchi against the demand over irregularities entered its 17th day on Monday. Officials confirmed that the arrested individuals have been taken into custody for interrogation. The central financial crimes investigative agency’s case under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA) has come up from the Jharkhand Police’s first information report. Also read: 'Don't do anything like Jantar Mantar...': Devendra Nath Mahto appeals for calm as thousands join Vidhan Sabha Gherao march Devendra Nath Mahto joins protestors Meanwhile, thousands of students and job aspirants protesting against alleged irregularities in exams marched to the Jharkhand assembly on Monday. Jharkhand Loktantrik Krantikari Morcha (JLKM) leader Devendra Nath Mahto, who has been on a hunger strike for nine days, also joined the protesting students in their march to the state Assembly. Nath urged the protesters to avoid violence, similar to what happened on July 20 during the Cockroach Janta Party's march to the Parliament over NEET paper leak. While speaking to reporters, he also criticised the state government for ignoring students' demands. Authorities imposed prohibitory orders and deployed more than 1,500 personnel, including Rapid Action Force, Indian Reserve Battalion, police, and Quick Reaction Team members, along the four-km stretch of the march route. Most schools in Ranchi remained closed. The deadlock has persisted despite the Jharkhand Mukti Morcha-led state government holding several rounds of talks with the protesters. The government maintains that 98 per cent of the demands have been accepted, but protesters say they will continue their agitation since the government has agreed to cancel only three of the 13 exams they wanted scrapped.

Officials imposed prohibitory orders and deployed more than 1,500 personnel, including Rapid Action Force, Indian Reserve Battalion, police, and Quick Reaction Team members, along the four-km stretch of the march route. Most schools in Ranchi remained closed.

As protests enter 17th day, ED files case to probe irregularities in JPSC examinations: What more students are demanding?

Over irregularities in various recruitment examinations, Jharkhand Loktantrik Krantikari Morcha (JLKM) leader Devendra Nath Mahto on Monday (August 10) joined the protesting students in their march to the state Assembly. During the protest, he requested students to remain calm and peaceful on the birthday of Chief Minister Hemant Soren. The activist, who remained on a hunger strike for nine days, stated on Monday that the protesters should avoid violence, as happened on July 20 during the Cockroach Janta Party's march to the Parliament over the NEET paper leak. While speaking to reporters, he also criticised the state government for ignoring students' demands.&nbsp;Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/tn-assembly-passes-resolution-to-make-state-song-first-at-govt-events-cm-vijay-says-tamil-is-cool-1786344604928">TN Assembly unanimously passes resolution to make state song first at govt events, CM Vijay says ‘Tamil is cool’</a><h3>Devendra Nath Mahto says he is not god</h3>Mahto, who lost around 10.5 kg during the fast, added that he is not a god but an ordinary person, and that his personal life won't change because of this. He said he couldn't hold himself back from joining the march toward the Assembly after hundreds of people took part in the protest. "Why does the government want anarchy? Why isn't the government accepting the demands of students? I would like to thank the students for participating in the protest. I would also like to thank the media. However, I urge everyone to remain peaceful," he said. "I don't want students to do anything like the Jantar Mantar... It is Hemant Soren's birthday. We should not promote anarchy. Blood should not be shed. If the government fails to accept the students' demand, then it would be considered a murder of democracy. Despite everything, I have joined the protest today. I am just a voice of the students," he added. The Jharkhand government and the students have held multiple rounds of talks, but the deadlock remains unresolved. While the government claims that 98 per cent of the students' demands have been accepted, the protesters argue that only three of the 13 exams they wanted cancelled have actually been scrapped. The students are demanding a probe either by the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) or by a panel of retired high court judges from outside the state.

The activist, who remained on a hunger strike for nine days, stated on Monday that the protesters should avoid violence, as happened on July 20 during the Cockroach Janta Party's march to the Parliament over the NEET paper leak.

Over irregularities in various recruitment examinations, Jharkhand Loktantrik Krantikari Morcha (JLKM) leader Devendra Nath Mahto on Monday (August 10) joined the protesting students in their march to the state Assembly. During the protest, he requested students to remain calm and peaceful on the birthday of Chief Minister Hemant Soren. The activist, who remained on a hunger strike for nine days, stated on Monday that the protesters should avoid violence, as happened on July 20 during the Cockroach Janta Party's march to the Parliament over the NEET paper leak. While speaking to reporters, he also criticised the state government for ignoring students' demands. Also read: TN Assembly unanimously passes resolution to make state song first at govt events, CM Vijay says ‘Tamil is cool’ Devendra Nath Mahto says he is not god Mahto, who lost around 10.5 kg during the fast, added that he is not a god but an ordinary person, and that his personal life won't change because of this. He said he couldn't hold himself back from joining the march toward the Assembly after hundreds of people took part in the protest. "Why does the government want anarchy? Why isn't the government accepting the demands of students? I would like to thank the students for participating in the protest. I would also like to thank the media. However, I urge everyone to remain peaceful," he said. "I don't want students to do anything like the Jantar Mantar... It is Hemant Soren's birthday. We should not promote anarchy. Blood should not be shed. If the government fails to accept the students' demand, then it would be considered a murder of democracy. Despite everything, I have joined the protest today. I am just a voice of the students," he added. The Jharkhand government and the students have held multiple rounds of talks, but the deadlock remains unresolved. While the government claims that 98 per cent of the students' demands have been accepted, the protesters argue that only three of the 13 exams they wanted cancelled have actually been scrapped. The students are demanding a probe either by the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) or by a panel of retired high court judges from outside the state.

The activist, who remained on a hunger strike for nine days, stated on Monday that the protesters should avoid violence, as happened on July 20 during the Cockroach Janta Party's march to the Parliament over the NEET paper leak.

'Don't do anything like Jantar Mantar...': Devendra Nath Mahto appeals for calm as thousands join Vidhan Sabha Gherao march

Student protests in Jharkhand have intensified as thousands continue demonstrating against alleged irregularities in JPSC and JSSC recruitment examinations. The movement, centered in Ranchi, has drawn nationwide attention, with protesters demanding transparency and accountability in government recruitment.

The Jharkhand government has formed a task force to engage with the students and asked them to nominate a five-member committee for discussions. However, the protesters have rejected closed-door negotiations and are insisting on a public dialogue with government representatives.

The protest, led by the JPSC-JSSC Reform Manch, has been ongoing at Jaipal Singh Munda Stadium since July 25. Activist Devendra Nath Mahto has been on an indefinite hunger strike since August 2, vowing to continue until the government accepts the students' demands. Following an appeal from activist Sonam Wangchuk, he agreed to drink water but continues his fast.

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