Tejashwi Yadav demands apology from BPSC official over canine remark

Comparing protesting students to barking dogs, Bihar Public Service Commission Examination Controller Rajesh Kumar has ignited a firestorm. The official’s use of a derogatory proverb, 'An elephant walks through the market while a thousand dogs bark,' prompted Opposition leader Tejashwi Yadav to demand his immediate removal and a public apology.

Editorial·August 25, 2026·reads: 3,088

Tejashwi Yadav demands apology from BPSC official over canine remark

Yadav linked the official's conduct directly to the state leadership, arguing that the arrogance displayed by bureaucrats mirrors the attitude of the Chief Minister. The RJD leader criticized the administration for failing to address systemic issues, including persistent paper leaks and the repetitive cancellation of examinations. He warned that such rhetoric sets a dangerous precedent, emboldening officials to abuse the public without facing accountability.

Students gathered at Gardanibagh continue their agitation, challenging the 70th BPSC examination process and the proposed two-phase structure for the Teacher Recruitment Examination. Beyond the current controversy, Yadav has petitioned Deputy Chief Minister Samrat Chaudhary to standardize recruitment, demanding a single-phase exam for the TRE-4 and an end to alleged biases against Hindi-speaking candidates. His broader demands include an independent inquiry into recruitment mafias and the establishment of time-bound schedules for pending positions, including BSSC and CGL drives.