Prashant Kishor's Hunger Strike Pushes Bihar for Exam Reforms

Prashant Kishor, founder of Jan Suraaj, has begun a hunger strike demanding the annulment of a contested Bihar Public Service Commission exam amid allegations of corruption. The protest has sparked political tension, with candidates claiming exam malpractice and calling for government accountability.

Prashant Kishor, leader of Jan Suraaj, has launched a hunger strike at Gandhi Maidan, Patna, protesting against the Bihar Public Service Commission (BPSC) examination held on December 13. He demands the cancellation of the exam due to alleged corruption and is pushing for a new domicile policy granting local candidates job reservations.

Kishor's protest, deemed illegal by the district administration, has gained significant attention, drawing support from student organizations planning demonstrations. Meanwhile, the Bihar government maintains that any decision regarding the exam lies with the BPSC, an autonomous entity, amid widespread allegations of leaked question papers.

The tension reflects broader grievances in Bihar, with Kishor accusing the state government of failing to deliver on past promises, such as unemployment allowances. As pressure mounts, Kishor's demands highlight the urgent need for examination reforms and accountability within the state's public service recruitment processes.

(With inputs from agencies.)