In a bombshell move that’s rocking Bihar’s political landscape, BSSC Chairman Alok Raj has resigned, triggering outrage from the RJD. The party has squarely blamed the state government for creating an environment of uncertainty and demanded a full disclosure.
Raj, who took over the BSSC helm to revamp its operations, submitted his resignation to the authorities without elaborating much beyond ‘personal grounds.’ Insiders reveal mounting tensions with higher-ups over exam schedules and candidate complaints had been simmering for months.
RJD chief Lalu Prasad Yadav’s son, Tejashwi Yadav, took to Twitter to fire the first salvo: ‘Another day, another failure of Nitish’s administration. When will the govt come clean?’ Party workers hit the streets in Patna, protesting what they call a ‘conspiracy against fair recruitment.’
The BSSC’s track record has been marred by paper leaks and court interventions, fueling distrust among job seekers. With over 5 lakh candidates awaiting results for various posts, Raj’s exit threatens to derail the process further. Student unions have announced statewide agitations if no quick action is taken.
Bihar’s ruling NDA alliance is scrambling to contain the damage. Deputy CM Sushil Kumar Modi downplayed the resignation as routine, but refused to comment on specifics. Meanwhile, Governor’s office is monitoring the situation closely.
As accusations fly, this episode highlights the fragile state of Bihar’s employment ecosystem. Will the government appoint a new chairman swiftly, or let the controversy fester? The coming days will test the NDA’s crisis management skills amid rising youth frustration.