Daijiworld Media Network – Ranchi

Ranchi, Aug 9: All three members of the Jharkhand Public Service Commission (JPSC) resigned on Sunday amid protests over alleged irregularities in recruitment examinations conducted by the commission.

Governor Santosh Kumar Gangwar accepted the resignations of Ajeeta Bhattacharya, Anima Hansda and Jamal Ahmad, according to a statement issued by the Lok Bhavan.

The resignations came shortly after the Crime Investigation Department (CID) summoned the three members for questioning in connection with allegations of irregularities, including suspected paper leaks in JPSC examinations.

The development comes amid a prolonged student agitation in Jharkhand demanding action over alleged irregularities in the recruitment process. Students have been seeking cancellation of the examination and a thorough investigation into the allegations.

Earlier, on July 22, JPSC chairperson L Khiangte had tendered his resignation. Khiangte has since been questioned by the CID four times from July 28 in connection with the investigation.

So far, 19 people have been arrested in connection with the alleged irregularities in JPSC examinations, according to officials.

The latest resignations come as the state government faces mounting pressure to address the allegations and restore confidence in the recruitment examination process.