Voices from the Barricades”: Bihar Police Aspirants Demand Justice, Jobs, and Transparency

A Protest Fuelled by Frustration: What Happened in Patna

Voices from the Barricades”: Bihar Police Aspirants Demand Justice, Jobs, and Transparency – On September 15, 2025, the streets of Patna witnessed a powerful and emotional protest by hundreds of young aspirants preparing for Bihar Police recruitment exams. These students, many from rural and economically challenged backgrounds, marched toward the Chief Minister’s residence demanding fairness, transparency, and timely job notifications from the Bihar Police Subordinate Services Commission (BPSSC) and the Central Selection Board of Constable (CSBC).

Their demands were simple but urgent:

• Release of answer keys and question booklets for recent exams.
• Publication of carbon copies of OMR sheets.
• Announcement of new job vacancies before the upcoming elections.

Despite barricades set up by the police at Dak Bungalow Chowk, many protesters managed to breach the blockade. Some climbed atop barricades, raising slogans and speaking to the media. Protester Khusbu Pathak, standing defiantly, said, “We fold our hands and beg the government to fulfill our demands. We are protesting peacefully, but we are tired of being ignored”.

The protest was organized under the banner of “Mukhyamantri Awas Gherao,” a student-led campaign aimed at pressuring the government to act before the election season begins.

Why These Demands Matter: The Bigger Picture

The protest wasn’t just about one exam, it was about a broken system. For over two years, aspirants say there have been no new vacancies announced for police constable posts. Many students have been preparing tirelessly, living in rented rooms in Patna, hoping for a chance to serve in the police force. But with no recruitment notifications and no clarity on exam results, their dreams feel stuck.

Nitish Kumar, another protester, shared his story: “We are sons of poor farmers. We are not the children of MPs or MLAs. We study hard, we prepare honestly, but the system is not supporting us. For two years, there has been no vacancy. We are struggling to survive in Patna”.

The lack of transparency in the recruitment process has added to their frustration. Students are demanding that BPSSC and CSBC release answer keys and carbon copies of their exam sheets so they can verify their performance. They believe this will prevent manipulation and ensure fairness.

This protest is also a reflection of the growing unemployment crisis in Bihar. With elections around the corner, the issue of job creation is becoming central to public discourse. These students are not just asking for jobs, they are asking for dignity, accountability, and a future.

Police Response and Political Silence

As the protest intensified, the police responded with baton charges to disperse the crowd. Patna SSP Kartikeya Sharma confirmed that protesters breached barricades and entered restricted areas near Kotwali Police Station, causing traffic disruptions. Despite repeated requests to vacate the area, the students refused to leave, leading to forceful action.

This response has sparked criticism from civil society and student groups. Many are questioning why peaceful protesters demanding transparency and jobs were met with violence. Videos of students being chased and beaten by police have gone viral, drawing attention to the issue nationwide.

What’s more troubling is the silence from political leaders. While Prime Minister Narendra Modi visited Bihar the same day to launch development projects worth ₹36,000 crore, including a new airport terminal in Purnea, there was no mention of the protest or the students’ demands.

The aspirants say they will only speak with the Chief Minister or Chief Secretary directly. They are not interested in middlemen or vague promises. They want concrete action—and they want it now.

What’s Next: Hope, Demands, and the Road Ahead

The protest in Patna is not an isolated event. It’s part of a larger movement of youth across India demanding transparency, fairness, and employment. In Bihar, where government jobs are a lifeline for many families, the stakes are especially high.

The students have made it clear:

• They want the government to release pending notifications for police constable and inspector posts.
• They want exam results to be published with full transparency.
• They want to be treated with respect, not suspicion.

This protest could become a turning point in Bihar’s political landscape. With assembly elections expected in October-November, parties will be forced to address the issue of unemployment and recruitment delays. The youth vote is powerful and ignoring it could come at a cost.

For now, the students remain determined. They are organizing more marches, reaching out to media, and building solidarity across districts. Their message is simple: “We are not asking for favours. We are asking for what is rightfully ours.”

A Cry for Justice, Not Just Jobs

The protest by BPSSC and CSBC aspirants in Patna is a reminder that governance is not just about big projects and speeches, it’s about listening to people, especially the youth. These students are not just numbers in a recruitment list. They are future police officers, breadwinners, and citizens who believe in the system.

Their protest is peaceful, their demands are fair, and their voices are growing louder. It’s time for the government to respond not with batons, but with action.

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