MPSC exam paper leak: Aspirants protest in Pune; NCP (SP), Cong leaders back agitation
Aspirants in Pune protested against the Maharashtra Public Service Commission (MPSC) following allegations of paper leaks and examination irregularities. Political leaders have joined the call for transparency and an inquiry into the commission's officials.
Why it matters
It highlights significant public distrust in government recruitment processes and the role of political opposition in mobilizing civil unrest.
A large number of MPSC aspirants staged a protest march in Pune on Monday (September 7, 2026), demanding transparency in the recruitment process and action against the alleged paper leaks and irregularities in various examinations.
The protesters demanded the resignation of the Maharashtra Public Service Commission (MPSC) chairman and secretary and the immediate appointment of officers with a "clean image" to the posts.
The march began at Omkareshwar Temple Chowk and proceeded to the Pune District Collectorate, where protesters raised demands related to the functioning of the MPSC and examination procedures.
NCP (SP) MLA Rohit Pawar and Congress legislator Vishwajit Kadam joined the protesters, extending support to their demands.
Mr. Pawar said the government must fulfil the protesters' demands. The protesters demanded that the commission provide, within eight days, an explanation of the objections raised about the Drug Inspector (Group-B) examination and initiate an inquiry into alleged irregularities.
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