The CID has arrested former Jharkhand Public Service Commission (JPSC) Chairman L. Khayangte following allegations of recruitment fraud and corruption involving a blacklisted agency.
Key Takeaways
- Former JPSC Chairman L. Khayangte arrested by the CID.
- Accused of awarding contracts to blacklisted firm TDPL.
- Allegations of demanding ₹2 crore bribe and 20% commission.
- Intense student protests demanding the cancellation of affected exams.
Ranchi: In a major crackdown on administrative corruption, the CID has arrested L. Khayangte, the former Chairman of the Jharkhand Public Service Commission (JPSC). This action comes amidst widespread student unrest and protests across the state. Khayangte had previously resigned from his post on July 22, following raids by the CID into alleged irregularities in the commission's examinations.
The core of the investigation revolves around the selection of TSR Data Processing Limited (TDPL) to conduct the 14th Civil Services Examination. It has emerged that TDPL had already been blacklisted by another state agency, the JSSC, due to previous irregularities. Despite this, Khayangte allegedly bypassed background checks to award the contract to the firm.
Why This Matters
BozokMedia analysis shows that this incident represents a systemic failure within the state's recruitment machinery. When the head of a constitutional body ignores mandatory blacklists, it compromises the meritocracy of the entire civil service. This arrest is a critical step in restoring public faith, though the damage to the aspirants' morale is significant.
"The integrity of public service examinations is the bedrock of fair governance; any compromise here is a betrayal of the youth's aspirations."
Further allegations have surfaced regarding financial misconduct. Abhay Tiwari, a marketing manager at TDPL, claimed that Khayangte demanded a bribe of ₹2 crore and a 20% commission on all payments in exchange for the contract. While the CID is currently investigating these claims, the gravity of the situation has led to the resignation of three other JPSC members recently.
| Detail | Status/Allegation |
|---|---|
| Primary Accused | L. Khayangte (Former Chairman) |
| Agency Involved | TDPL (Blacklisted) |
| Core Charge | Bribery and Procedural Violations |
| Current Status | Under CID Custody |
Frequently Asked Questions
1. Why was L. Khayangte arrested?
He was arrested for alleged corruption and awarding examination contracts to a blacklisted firm, TDPL.
2. What are the students demanding?
The protesting students are demanding the immediate cancellation of all examinations conducted by the blacklisted agency TDPL.
