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- 11 candidates died during a physical test for Jharkhand’s excise constable recruitment due to extreme heat and possible stimulant use.
- The BJP criticized the state government for mismanagement and demanded a judicial probe into the deaths.
- The physical tests, requiring a 10 km run, were conducted across seven districts, affecting over 100,000 candidates.
- Authorities have initiated investigations, and arrangements like medical teams and early test timings have been implemented to prevent further incidents.
In Jharkhand, India, 11 candidates died while participating in physical tests for police constable recruitment. The event, held on September 2, 2024, has sparked significant controversy and political backlash. The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has demanded a judicial investigation, citing mismanagement and inadequate planning by the state government. BJP President Babulal Marandi criticized the authorities, stating that candidates were forced to stand in queues from midnight and run in the intense heat the next day, without adequate medical facilities. “Adequate arrangements of health facilities have not been made at the recruitment centres,” he asserted.
The Jharkhand Staff Selection Commission (JSSC) organized the recruitment drive, which has been under scrutiny for its planning. Despite government claims of having necessary medical arrangements, the deaths have raised questions about the adequacy of these measures. Initial investigations suggest the possible use of performance-enhancing drugs by some candidates, but final medical reports are awaited. The incident has led to a political clash between the ruling party and the opposition, with calls for accountability and improved safety measures in future recruitment processes.
Source: Jamuna TV
