Police resort to lathi-charge as BPSC aspirants attempt to enter prohibited zone in Patna

IANS May 6, 2025 394 views

Tensions erupted in Patna as BPSC teacher recruitment exam candidates faced police action while protesting near the Chief Minister's residence. The protesters, who have been seeking resolution for over four months, were demanding the release of supplementary exam results. Police implemented a mild lathi-charge after demonstrators attempted to breach barricades in a designated no-protest zone. The incident highlights the ongoing frustration among job aspirants and the administrative challenges in handling such demonstrations.

"We tried to stop them peacefully, but when they forcibly moved ahead, a mild lathi charge was necessary" - Senior Police Officer
Patna, May 6: Patna Police resorted to a mild lathi-charge after protesting Bihar Public Service Commission's Teacher Recruitment Examination Phase 3 (TRE 3) candidates attempted to breach barricades and enter the prohibited zone near Chief Minister Nitish Kumar's residence on Tuesday.

Key Points

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Candidates protest for four months over delayed BPSC supplementary results

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Police use minimal force to prevent entry into restricted zone

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Protesters demand CM intervention and independent inquiry

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Education Minister Sunil Kumar refers decision to BPSC

The candidates had gathered in large numbers to demand the release of the supplementary result of the TRE 3 examination.

Despite being warned by police not to enter the prohibited zone around the CM residence, Raj Bhawan, and BPSC office, the protesters attempted to breach barricades, leading to a scuffle with police forces.

"Candidates have been protesting for over four months. Instead of resolving the issue, the government is resorting to lathi-charge," said one of the agitating aspirants.

The protesting candidates claim they have repeatedly sought redressal of their grievances, including an earlier instance where they confronted Education Minister Sunil Kumar.

While Minister Sunil Kumar assured them that there was no government objection to releasing the supplementary results, he said the final decision rested with BPSC.

The delay, despite assurances, led candidates to escalate the protest, leading to the scuffle.

The district administration has designated the area around the BPSC office, CM residence, and Raj Bhawan as a no-protest zone, citing security protocols.

All forms of protest or demonstrations are considered illegal in the vicinity. Police officials stated the use of force was minimal and aimed only at dispersing the crowd after they attempted to cross into the restricted zone.

A senior police officer at the scene said: "We tried to stop them peacefully, but when they forcibly moved ahead, a mild lathi charge was necessary to maintain law and order."

The protestors are now demanding immediate intervention from the Chief Minister and the release of the supplementary results.

Several candidates are also calling for an independent inquiry into the delay and the handling of the recruitment process.

Reader Comments

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Rahul K.
This is so unfortunate! These students have already waited 4 months - can't BPSC understand their frustration? Instead of lathi-charge, the government should arrange proper dialogue. Youth unemployment is already high in Bihar, and such delays make things worse. 😞
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Priya M.
While I sympathize with students, entering prohibited zones near CM residence is not the solution. There are proper channels to escalate grievances. My brother cleared BPSC last year - the process is slow but violence only harms their own cause.
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Amit S.
Typical Bihar government! First they delay results indefinitely, then beat up students asking for justice. Nitish Kumar should personally intervene now - this is about thousands of careers. #BPSCScam trending for a reason!
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Sneha R.
As someone who prepared for competitive exams, I understand the mental stress these candidates face. But why target CM residence? BPSC is autonomous - direct your protest there. Hope they get justice soon 🤞
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Vikram J.
Police had no choice but to control the crowd - security protocols exist for good reason. But the real issue is BPSC's inefficiency. Why can't they declare results on time? This affects Bihar's education system - qualified teachers are desperately needed in government schools.

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