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Sambhaji Brigade Activists Attack MPSC Secretary

MPSC secretary targeted, black powder smeared on face. Protest over paper leak.

Mumbai Alert · City Desk
Mumbai Alert · City Desk
City Desk · Mumbai Alert News · Fri, 11 September 2026 at 07:42 pm
Sambhaji Brigade Activists Attack MPSC Secretary

A group of activists from the Sambhaji Brigade smeared black powder on the face of the Maharashtra Public Service Commission (MPSC) secretary on Wednesday. The incident occurred as a protest against the recent paper leak scandal that has rocked the state's competitive examination system.

The MPSC secretary was targeted by the activists, who were demanding action against those responsible for the leak. The Sambhaji Brigade, a Maratha outfit, has been vocal in its criticism of the state government's handling of the issue.

The paper leak scandal has caused widespread outrage, with many candidates who appeared for the examination feeling cheated. The MPSC has announced an investigation into the leak, but the Sambhaji Brigade and other outfits are demanding more stringent action.

The incident has sparked a heated debate, with some condemning the attack on the MPSC secretary and others supporting the protesters' demands for justice. The state government has faced criticism for its handling of the issue, with opposition parties demanding a thorough probe.

The MPSC is responsible for conducting competitive examinations for various government posts in the state. The paper leak scandal has raised questions about the integrity of the examination system and the ability of the MPSC to conduct fair and transparent exams.

The Sambhaji Brigade has been at the forefront of the protests against the paper leak scandal. The outfit has been demanding action against those responsible for the leak and has also called for a thorough investigation into the matter.

The incident has highlighted the need for greater transparency and accountability in the state's competitive examination system. The state government has announced measures to prevent such incidents in the future, but the opposition parties are demanding more concrete action.

In the meantime, the MPSC has announced that it will conduct a re-examination for the affected candidates. The date for the re-examination has not been announced yet, but the MPSC has assured that it will be conducted soon.

The paper leak scandal has caused significant disruption to the lives of many candidates who appeared for the examination. The incident has also raised questions about the efficacy of the state's competitive examination system and the need for reforms to prevent such incidents in the future.

The state government has faced criticism for its handling of the issue, with many feeling that it has not done enough to address the concerns of the affected candidates. The opposition parties have demanded a thorough probe into the matter and have also called for action against those responsible for the leak.

In conclusion, the incident has highlighted the need for greater transparency and accountability in the state's competitive examination system. The state government needs to take concrete measures to prevent such incidents in the future and ensure that the examination system is fair and transparent.

Frequently asked questions

What happened to the MPSC secretary?

The MPSC secretary was smeared with black powder on the face by Sambhaji Brigade activists.

Why were the activists protesting?

The activists were protesting against the recent paper leak scandal in the state's competitive examination system.

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