Prithviraj Chavan engages with MPSC aspirants in Pune amid exam postponement

Prithviraj Chavan, the former Chief Minister of Maharashtra, engaged with MPSC aspirants in Pune to address their concerns following the postponement of the Maharashtra Gazetted Civil Services Combined Preliminary Examination. The exam, originally set for August 25, was delayed due to protests from students who sought a change in the exam date, as it coincided with the IBPS clerical exam. Aspirants expressed their frustration over the lack of government response to their demands, which included the inclusion of 258 posts from the Agriculture Department in the MPSC exam. During the interaction, Chavan emphasized the importance of timely strategic decisions to support students pursuing administrative careers. He also visited a library used by the aspirants, highlighting the need for resources and support for those preparing for competitive exams. The protests in Pune were fueled by the urgency of the students' situation, as many travel from various parts of Maharashtra to prepare for these exams. Rohit Pawar, a leader from the NCP, joined the protests, criticizing the government's inaction despite the students presenting their demands two months prior. He reiterated the need for the government to address the aspirants' concerns, particularly regarding the exam schedule and the inclusion of additional posts. Sharad Pawar, the NCP chief, also met with the aspirants, assuring them that their issues were being taken seriously. He encouraged them to draft a memorandum for the Chief Minister, indicating a potential path forward for resolving their grievances and ensuring that the interests of the students are prioritized by the state government.