MLA Purnima Sahu Questions Delay in JTET Exam

Jamshedpur East Legislator Raises Issue in Assembly

Key Points:

• Purnima Sahu questions delay in Jharkhand JTET examination
• Government admits exam not held since 2016
• Rules not approved despite March 31 deadline

RANCHI – Jamshedpur East MLA Purnima Sahu questioned the Jharkhand government in the Assembly over delays in conducting the JTET examination despite a court deadline.

The issue was raised during the short-notice question hour in the Assembly. MLA Purnima Sahu demanded clarification from the government.

Meanwhile, the government admitted that the JTET examination has not occurred since 2016. The admission came in response to the MLA’s question.

Moreover, the legislator asked about an affidavit submitted before the High Court. The affidavit mentioned holding the examination by March 31, 2026.

The government confirmed the statement in its reply. The commitment was linked to case WP(S) No. 5355/2025.

Meanwhile, the case involves Harikesh Mahto and others versus the state government. The High Court ordered the exam before March 31, 2026.

However, the MLA raised concerns about incomplete preparations. She pointed out that the rules for the examination remain unapproved.

The government said the draft rules are ready. Approval from the competent authority is still under process.

Meanwhile, Purnima Sahu criticized the government’s handling of the issue. She called the situation worrying for youth and students.

Moreover, she questioned how the exam could occur within weeks. Only around twenty days remain before the deadline.

She said approval, preparation, and conduct of the exam appear unlikely. The government did not provide a clear explanation.

Meanwhile, she recalled that applications were invited in 2024. However, the examination was later postponed.

Moreover, the MLA alleged administrative negligence over the issue. She claimed the government delayed rule approval for two years.

She further accused authorities of ignoring the High Court’s order. She said the delay harms the future of Jharkhand’s youth.

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