Students protesting in Jharkhand for the 13th day have escalated their demands, calling for Chief Minister Soren's resignation and planning a gherao of the state assembly on August 10. The protesters say Soren is unfit to hold office, noting that he has taken no action since returning from Bengaluru despite their grievances.
The agitation, which began over what the students describe as ineffective redressal of their demands, will continue until the government makes a concrete decision. One protester said the chief minister's failure to acknowledge the situation has strengthened their resolve.
In a parallel move, the students have formed an 11-member team to hold talks with the government, signaling an attempt to combine negotiation with pressure. The planned assembly gherao on August 10 is intended to push the authorities to respond.
The students say they remain steadfast until their demands are met, with the chief minister's resignation now a key point of contention.