While Abhinav Pandey did talk about the Jharkhand student protest, there was a marked change in intensity. There were no campaigns seeking resignation or pressure on the Hemant Soren government to remove its Education Minister. The overall coverage and the 'call for accountability' was borderline non-existent.
JSSC field worker recruitment examination had already attracted criticism over low attendance, examination centres being allotted at distant locations and complaints from candidates that they received delayed email intimation about their admit cards.
Former CM Champai Soren has raised concerns over Jharkhand’s changing demographics due to religious conversions and infiltration. He is questioning whether converted tribals should retain reservation benefits and is demanding an inquiry into land transfers for religious structures.
Attack happened in the presence of the minister and police as video shows a mob assaulting journalists. Opposition leader Babulal Marandi demanded an FIR and action. Journalists submitted a complaint and warned of protest.
A private school principal in Giridih, Jharkhand, has been arrested and sent to jail under the POCSO Act for allegedly molesting a 14-year-old student.
Complaint stated that police humiliated organisers including Shatrughan Mahato by tying ropes around their waists and parading them publicly. NHRC issued notice to Chief Secretary and DGP of Jharkhand after taking cognisance of allegations.