The resignation of Alok Kumar Raj as Chairman of the Bihar Staff Selection Commission has ignited a fierce political row, with RJD leading the charge against the state dispensation. Party leaders insist the Nitish Kumar government must reveal the truth behind the abrupt departure.
A 1996-batch IAS officer, Raj was tasked with cleaning up BSSC’s image after a series of scandals. His tenure saw some progress in digitizing applications, but persistent delays in notifications kept the pressure on. In his resignation letter, Raj expressed gratitude for the opportunity but offered no further insights.
RJD MLA Bhai Virendra labeled it a ‘government-orchestrated exit,’ pointing to recent clashes over quota implementations. ‘The BJP-JD(U) alliance is sabotaging Bihar’s youth. Clarify now or face the streets,’ he warned.
Job aspirants are in panic mode. Forums like ‘BSSC Aspirants United’ on Facebook are erupting with demands for a stay on all processes until a probe. The commission’s next big exam for revenue staff is just weeks away, amplifying the stakes.
Officialdom is in overdrive, with the personnel department shortlisting potential replacements. Yet, no timeline has been shared. Analysts note this as part of a pattern where key bureaucrats exit under opaque circumstances.
Bihar’s unemployment rate, hovering above 15%, makes such incidents potent flashpoints. RJD’s offensive could rally opposition forces, pressuring the government to act decisively. The saga continues to unfold, with implications for public faith in state institutions.