JLKM Hunger Strikers Reject Government Offer, Vow to Continue Protests
On August 8, 2026, the Jharkhand Loktantrik Krantikari Morcha (JLKM) delegation, including leader Devendra Nath Mahto on a hunger strike for seven days, met the government committee in Ranchi regarding alleged irregularities in recruitment exams. Talks failed to resolve the 15-day protest demanding CBI inquiry and exam cancellation. Student leader Ravindra Paswan stated protests would continue. Education Minister Sudivya Kumar said the government will consider demands before deciding next steps.
21 AUG 2026
— NDTV
Protesters in Jharkhand clashed with police and JMM workers after attempting to burn effigies of the Chief Minister and a Congress leader.
22 AUG 2026
— The Hindu
Protesters in Jharkhand accused the government of betrayal after the High Court stayed some exam cancellation notifications, leading to unrest.
23 AUG 2026
— The Hindu
Police and protesting job aspirants clashed in Giridih and Hazaribag, Jharkhand, leading to the filing of multiple FIRs against individuals.
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