Bihar's Student Protest Turns Violent: Political Leaders React

Political leaders from various parties have condemned the Bihar government's response to protesting BPSC aspirants in Patna. The police's use of lathi charge and water cannons has drawn criticism. The state government has announced an investigation by the Bihar Public Service Commission to address students' grievances over alleged exam irregularities.

The Bihar government faces backlash after police used force against Bihar Public Service Commission (BPSC) aspirants protesting alleged irregularities in the Integrated Combined Competitive Examination (CCE) 2024. Opposition parties, including prominent leaders, condemned the actions and called for a reevaluation of the examination process.

On Sunday, Bihar Police dispersed a crowd of students with lathi charges and water cannons at Patna's Gandhi Maidan. An FIR was filed against several individuals, citing unauthorized gatherings and instigations, including Jan Suraaj Chief Prashant Kishore. In response, the Patna Administration defended the police action, citing disruption of public order.

Opposition leaders such as Tejashwi Yadav from RJD and Union Minister Chirag Paswan criticized the police's heavy-handed measures. While Paswan called for restraint and a peaceful resolution, Tejashwi demanded transparency regarding exam irregularities. The Bihar government announced that BPSC would investigate the complaints, while political leaders urged immediate action to address student grievances.

(With inputs from agencies.)