Protests · Jharkhand, India
Jharkhand student leader keeps hunger strike active over exam allegations
Published
Devendra Nath Mahto says his indefinite fast over alleged JPSC and JSSC paper leaks and recruitment irregularities continues, rejecting reports that it ended. He drank water after Sonam Wangchuk's appeal but still seeks direct talks with Chief Minister Hemant Soren.
Why it matters
The fast concentrates student demands for credible examinations; a direct state response could determine whether the agitation widens or ends.
Evidence assessment
Newslaundry interviewed Mahto about his status and demands; the alleged irregularities lack separate corroboration here.
Medium confidence — The central development is supported by the linked Newslaundry report, while the stated evidence gaps prevent a high-confidence assessment.
Coverage assessment
Underreported across 1 source desk.
Only one distinct reporting desk is supplied for this event, so wider coverage and independent corroboration cannot be established.