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JPSC-JSSC Protest Row: Devendra Nath Mahto’s Hunger Strike Enters 10th Day, Demands Action Over Alleged Police Lathicharge
24htopnews | August 12, 2026 2:08 AM CST

Student leader Devendra Nath Mahto said his indefinite hunger strike over alleged JPSC-JSSC recruitment irregularities entered its 10th day. From Sadar Hospital, he thanked supporters of the August 10 Vidhan Sabha protest and alleged police lathicharge on peaceful demonstrators. Mahto demanded an inquiry and action against those responsible, vowing to continue the struggle until complete justice.

Student leader and social reformer Devendra Nath Mahto on Tuesday shared an open letter from Sadar Hospital in Ranchi, saying his indefinite hunger strike had entered its 10th day and would continue until he received justice over issues linked to alleged corruption and irregularities in the Jharkhand Public Service Commission (JPSC) and Jharkhand Staff Selection Commission (JSSC) recruitment processes.

In the letter titled “Message of Struggle from Sadar Hospital”, Mahto said he was undergoing treatment at the hospital but remained determined to continue his hunger strike despite his deteriorating health. He said his physical condition may be weakening, but his resolve to fight for justice and continue the struggle had not diminished.

Mahto said his campaign against alleged corruption and irregularities in JPSC-JSSC recruitment has been continuing since July 5 under what he described as a “JPSC-JSSC corruption-free recruitment campaign.”

He also thanked students, teachers, parents, intellectuals, media organisations and supporters for helping make the “Jharkhand Vidhan Sabha Gherao” programme held on Monday, August 10, successful.


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