Archive · 15 Aug 2026
Jharkhand CM Hemant Soren Pledges Transparent Exams as Protests Continue
Students in a part of India called Jharkhand are upset about some big tests they have to take.
They think these tests are not fair, so they are asking the government to cancel them and start over.
For three weeks, the students have been gathering to protest and share their feelings.
The leader of Jharkhand, whose name is Hemant Soren, heard their worries.
He promised that the government will work hard to make the tests fair and clear.
He started a special program called 'Chhatron Ki Baat - Chhatron Ke Sath' so students can talk about how to make school and tests better.
He also said that smart and talented students will not be ignored or hurt by bad people.
On the 80th birthday of India's freedom, called Independence Day, the students joined a special march with the Indian flag.
Even though they are still upset about the tests, that day they chose to celebrate their country and did not ask for anything.
The protest is still going on, and the students want to make sure their voices are heard.
Student protests demanding cancellation of flawed JPSC and JSSC exams entered their 22nd day in Jharkhand.
Chief Minister Hemant Soren assured the state government would ensure transparent examinations and bring changes to the system.
Soren announced the 'Chhatron Ki Baat - Chhatron Ke Sath' initiative, seeking suggestions from students, parents, and teachers to improve education.
Soren urged youth to trust the government, saying talent will not be allowed to go to waste due to "mafia."
On India's 80th Independence Day, student leader Ravinder Paswan said protesters would hold a Tiranga Yatra and refrain from raising demands that day.
- Who
- Students protesting in Jharkhand, Jharkhand Chief Minister Hemant Soren, and student leader Ravinder Paswan.
- What
- A student protest demanding cancellation of flawed JPSC and JSSC exams, with the Chief Minister assuring transparent examinations and system changes.
- When
- Saturday on India's 80th Independence Day, as the protest entered its 22nd day.
- Where
- Jharkhand, India (article datelined from Ranchi).
- Why
- Students are demanding transparency and fair examinations after alleged flaws in JPSC and JSSC exams.
Student Protesters
State Government
Response to Flawed Exams
Student Protesters
Students demand cancellation of what they call flawed exams conducted by JPSC and JSSC, pressing for a fresh and fair process.
State Government
The government pledges to bring changes to the system, release an academic calendar, and ensure transparent future examinations rather than confirming outright cancellation.
Way Forward
Student Protesters
Students continue to protest until their demands are met, though they paused raising demands on Independence Day.
State Government
The government urges students to trust it and submit suggestions through the 'Chhatron Ki Baat - Chhatron Ke Sath' initiative, which it says will be examined with experts.
- Location
- Jharkhand, India (Ranchi)
- Protest duration
- 22 days (ongoing)
- Chief Minister
- Hemant Soren
- Exam bodies involved
- JPSC (Jharkhand Public Service Commission), JSSC (Jharkhand Staff Selection Commission)
- Student demand
- Cancellation of flawed exams
- Initiative launched
- Chhatron Ki Baat - Chhatron Ke Sath
- Student leader quoted
- Ravinder Paswan
- Occasion
- 80th Independence Day celebration