Controversial Exam Pushes Through Amid Age Limit Dispute in Jammu and Kashmir

The Jammu and Kashmir Public Service Commission conducted the Combined Competitive Examination despite calls for postponement due to widespread flight cancellations and controversy over age limit. With a turnout of 61%, tensions rose between local government officials and the JKPSC regarding demands for relaxation of age limits for aspirants.

The Jammu and Kashmir Public Service Commission (JKPSC) held their Combined Competitive Examination on schedule, despite widespread disruptions and controversy over the age limit for applicants. Sixty-one percent of registered candidates appeared for the exam, which went ahead in two separate sessions on Sunday.

Political tension was evident as Chief Minister Omar Abdullah urged for age relaxation and questioned the JKPSC's decision to proceed. Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha countered by denying delays on the Lok Bhavan's part, emphasizing the exam's scheduled date had been set much earlier.

Local students, like many aspirants, expressed disappointment and frustration with the situation's handling, voicing their concerns over fairness and preparation hurdles amid the prevailing uncertainties and governance disagreements.

(With inputs from agencies.)