Archive · 24 Jul 2026
Bihar Police Fire on Protesters Over Exam Irregularities
In Bihar, police fired at protesters who were angry about unfairness in exams.
The protesters damaged some property, and the police said they had to control the situation.
Some people were hurt, and over 100 were arrested.
This protest is part of a bigger movement happening in other cities too, where people are upset about exam leaks and want the education minister to step down.
Police in Jehanabad, Bihar, opened fire on protesters demonstrating against exam irregularities.
Protesters damaged the district magistrate's home and threw stones at police.
Police claim they fired in the air to control anti-social elements.
Over 100 people were arrested, and several protesters were injured.
The protests are part of a nationwide movement against exam irregularities.
- Who
- Protesters and police in Jehanabad, Bihar
- What
- Police opened fire on protesters during a demonstration against exam irregularities
- When
- June 6, 2024
- Where
- Jehanabad, Bihar
- Why
- Protesters were demonstrating against alleged irregularities in competitive exams
Protesters
Police
Cause of Violence
Protesters
Protesters claim police fired without provocation after they damaged property.
Police
Police allege anti-social elements damaged government property and threw stones.
Use of Force
Protesters
Protesters claim police fired 30-35 rounds and injured several people.
Police
Police state they fired in the air to control the situation.
- Location
- Jehanabad, Bihar
- Date
- June 6, 2024
- Injuries
- Several protesters injured (exact number unspecified)
- Arrests
- More than 100 persons arrested
- Protest Trigger
- Alleged irregularities in competitive exams