Bihar Minister Dilip Jaiswal, who is also the president of the BJP in the state, recently talked about the ongoing controversy over the 70th combined competitive exams of the Bihar Public Service Commission (BPSC). He mentioned that if the current investigation uncovers any wrongdoing, the exam could be canceled. “The exam has already happened, but the inquiry is still going on. If we find any irregularities, we may cancel the whole exam. The government hasn’t ruled that out yet,” he said.
His comments come as protests are growing, especially after the arrest of poll strategist Prashant Kishor. Many politicians, like Purnea MP Pappu Yadav, are calling for a strike or ‘bandh’ in Bihar on January 12. A group of opposition leaders from parties like RJD, Congress, and the left has also asked the Governor for an independent investigation into the BPSC issues.
On the same day, the Supreme Court declined to hear a petition asking for judicial action regarding the alleged irregularities in the BPSC exam, telling the petitioners they should go to the High Court instead.
Jaiswal criticized opposition parties for trying to use the students’ protests for their own political advantage. He pointed out that these politicians lack any real issues to discuss, so they are trying to take over the student movement. “I urge BPSC candidates to trust the government and the BPSC, and not get confused by misleading information,” he said.
He also criticized Prashant Kishor, calling him a “professional dramatist” who is out for personal gain. “He used to advise political leaders and now wants to do politics with money,” Jaiswal added
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