On May 6, 2025, a large group of candidates appearing for the Bihar Public Service Commission’s (BPSC) Teacher Recruitment Exam (TRE-3) staged a protest outside Chief Minister Nitish Kumar’s official residence in Patna, demanding the release of the supplementary result for the exam.
The candidates alleged irregularities in the recruitment process and sought transparency regarding thousands of unfilled vacancies. When the protesters refused to disperse from the high-security VVIP zone despite police warnings, law enforcement resorted to a mild lathi-charge to control the crowd.
Opposition leaders strongly condemned the police action, calling it excessive and unjustified. The Bihar government announced an inquiry into the incident and appealed for calm, emphasising dialogue to resolve the issue.
Protesters Demand Transparency as Police Intervene
The protest saw hundreds of BPSC TRE-3 aspirants gather with placards and banners bearing slogans such as “No Supplementary, No Vote for BPSC TRE-3” and “Give Supplementary or Give Us Death.” The candidates expressed frustration over the BPSC’s failure to release the supplementary result, which they say is crucial for filling approximately 21,000 vacancies left unaddressed in the recruitment process.
Police officials repeatedly requested the protesters to vacate the restricted area near the Chief Minister’s residence, citing security concerns. However, the protesters remained steadfast, prompting police to use a mild lathi-charge to disperse the crowd and restore order.
Opposition leader Tejashwi Yadav condemned the police action, stating, “Beating students who are demanding their rightful jobs is painful and unacceptable. The government should listen to their voices instead of using force.”
Union Minister Chirag Paswan also appealed for restraint from both protesters and police, urging peaceful dialogue. The Patna police have registered a First Information Report (FIR) against several individuals for unlawful assembly and instigating unrest during the protest.
Background: Longstanding Discontent Over BPSC Recruitment Process
The current unrest is rooted in ongoing dissatisfaction with the Bihar Public Service Commission’s handling of the 70th Integrated Combined Competitive Examination (CCE) for teacher recruitment. The BPSC had advertised approximately 87,774 posts but declared results for only about 66,000 candidates, leaving nearly 21,000 vacancies unexplained.
Aspirants have raised concerns about irregularities such as duplication of candidate names across multiple lists and lack of clarity on supplementary results. These issues have led to months of protests and demonstrations across Bihar.
Political leaders from the opposition have actively supported the aspirants, pressing the state government to address their grievances. Tejashwi Yadav has met with protest leaders and promised to raise the matter in the Bihar Legislative Assembly.
Meanwhile, the BPSC has assured that it will investigate the complaints and take necessary action. However, the government’s perceived silence and delay in resolving the issue have further fuelled frustration among the candidates.
The Logical Indian’s Perspective
The use of force against peaceful protesters seeking transparency and justice is a matter of serious concern. At The Logical Indian, we believe that democratic values must be upheld by respecting citizens’ right to dissent and assemble peacefully.
The Bihar government and all stakeholders should prioritise empathetic dialogue and constructive engagement over confrontation. Addressing the legitimate grievances of youth aspirants through transparent communication and timely action is essential to restore faith in public institutions and foster social harmony.
Violence and suppression only deepen mistrust and alienation, whereas dialogue paves the way for lasting solutions and inclusive progress. We urge Bihar’s leadership to listen attentively to the voices of aspiring teachers and work collaboratively to resolve the recruitment issues without further conflict.
How can the state government ensure that the concerns of young aspirants are addressed effectively while maintaining peace and order? What steps can be taken to rebuild trust between authorities and citizens in such sensitive matters?
