JPSC-JSSC Exam Protest: Students Reject Jharkhand Government Proposal, Hunger Strike Continues for 16th Day in RanchiJharkhand JPSC-JSSC exam protest has intensified as student talks with the Hemant Soren government failed to reach a solution. Aspirants continue their hunger strike in Ranchi demanding exam cancellation, CBI probe into alleged irregularities, action against guilty officials and major reforms in the state recruitment system. The student protest, which entered its 16th day on August 9, 2026, has become a major political and administrative challenge for the Hemant Soren government. They are demanding cancellation of the 14th JPSC Civil Services Preliminary Examination and a review of other recruitment examinations conducted through private agencies. The saffron party has demanded a detailed investigation into alleged recruitment irregularities and accused the government of delaying action.