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Tukaram Mundhe gets key role in MPSC probe; students end 10-day stir

Published: 12 October 2026 · 1 min read

What Happened

Maharashtra Public Service Commission (MPSC) aspirants ended their 10-day protest in Pune after the state government set up an inquiry committee to investigate alleged recruitment irregularities and paper leaks. Senior IAS officer Tukaram Mundhe was appointed secretary of the panel, which will be headed by former judge Dilip Bhosale. Following the announcement, MPSC Chairman Vivek Bhimanwar said he would remain on leave until the inquiry is completed.

Key Takeaways

The government's decision to launch an inquiry and assign Tukaram Mundhe, known for his administrative record, a key role helped break the deadlock. Protesters said they had suspended the agitation after most of their demands were accepted, while the probe will examine alleged irregularities and potential reforms within the MPSC.

Sources

NDTV, Mint