Bihar Exam Protest Turns Violent: Lathicharge and Stone Pelting in Three Districts

Violence broke out during a Jantar Mantar rally held in Bihar, as police used lathicharge to disperse crowds that had begun pelting stones. The clashes were reported in three separate districts, marking a sharp escalation in the state’s long‑running exam protests.

The rally, organized by the Jantar Mantar group, drew a large crowd of students and parents demanding reforms in the state’s examination system. When the demonstrators attempted to block police movement, officers responded with batons and lathicharge, leading to stone throwing and sporadic injuries.

Local authorities have increased security presence in the affected districts and are investigating the incidents. The protests, which have been ongoing for weeks, highlight widespread frustration over exam conduct and results in Bihar.