Prashant Kishor Withdraws Hunger Strike Over BPSC Exam Controversy
On Thursday, Jan Suraaj Party founder Prashant Kishor called off his 14-day hunger strike demanding the cancellation of the Bihar Public Service Commission’s (BPSC) 70th Integrated Combined Competitive Examination (CCE). The exam, held on December 13, has been at the center of controversy due to allegations of a paper leak. Despite ending his fast, Kishor emphasized that his ‘Satyagraha’ for the rights of civil service aspirants and the youth of Bihar would continue.
Continued ‘Satyagraha’ and Call for Justice
Kishor clarified that while he was withdrawing his fast, the fight for justice would persist. “The matter is being heard by the Patna High Court today, and we are hopeful that the students will receive justice,” he said. Should the court fail to deliver, Kishor pledged to escalate the issue to the Supreme Court.
Ritual and Resilience
Before ending his fast, Kishor offered prayers at the Ganga river, a symbol of his continued commitment to the cause. His party workers offered him fruit juice as a gesture of support, marking the end of his protest.
‘Bihar Satyagraha Ashram’ to Educate and Mobilize Youth
Kishor unveiled his next move: the creation of the ‘Bihar Satyagraha Ashram.’ From January 20, the ashram will train at least 5,000 students and youth, who will spread awareness about the perceived injustices faced by Bihar’s socially disadvantaged communities and job aspirants. He condemned the police’s baton charge against protesting students and announced plans to file a criminal writ petition against the bureaucrats responsible.
Criticism of Nitish Kumar’s Government
Kishor also took aim at Chief Minister Nitish Kumar’s government, accusing it of arrogance and insensitivity towards the plight of students. “The CM has not addressed the concerns of students. His indifference is evident,” Kishor alleged. He further criticized the CM for not meeting the protesting students, despite interventions from the Bihar governor and chief secretary.
Aiming for Change Through Non-Violent Protest
Drawing inspiration from Mahatma Gandhi’s philosophy of non-violent resistance, Kishor explained that the goal of his ‘Satyagraha’ was to empower youth to stand against injustices. He hopes that this initiative will ignite a wave of awareness among the masses, led by the youth.
BPSC Exam Controversy and Government Response
The BPSC 70th exam, which has been under scrutiny for its alleged paper leak, continues to spark protests across Bihar. Despite the government’s dismissal of these claims, a re-examination has been scheduled for over 12,000 candidates, further intensifying the debate surrounding the exam’s legitimacy.
for more updates follow ANN MEDIA on facebook , X , Instagram and Linkedin
