Date: October 21, 2024
Supreme Court Verdict Not in Favor of Group-1 Aspirants
Supreme Court Rejects Plea to Postpone Telangana Group-1 Exams
The long-standing battle between the Telangana government and Group-1 aspirants has reached a critical point. The aspirants had been requesting the postponement of the Group-1 Mains exams, citing concerns about G.O. 29. However, the Supreme Court delivered a significant verdict that did not align with their hopes.
Supreme Court Declines Postponement Request
Several aspirants had approached the Supreme Court, urging it to delay the Group-1 exams scheduled to begin today. They argued that G.O. 29 might disadvantage candidates from reserved categories, putting them at a clear disadvantage. Despite these concerns, the Supreme Court chose not to intervene.
A three-judge bench, led by Chief Justice DY Chandrachud, delivered the verdict. The bench stated that at such a late stage, postponing the exams was not feasible. The court refused to issue interim orders to delay the examination process, leaving the aspirants disappointed.
Aspirants’ Concerns Over G.O. 29
The controversy arose over the Telangana government’s G.O. 29, which allegedly affects the reservation system for Group-1 aspirants. Many reserved category candidates feared that this order would adversely impact their chances in the recruitment process. Despite these concerns, the Supreme Court stood firm on its decision, stating that the exams should proceed as planned.
Group-1 Mains Exams to Proceed as Scheduled
With the Supreme Court’s verdict in place, the Telangana Group-1 Mains exams will now proceed as scheduled. The exams will be conducted across 46 centers in Hyderabad, Rangareddy, and Medchal Malkajgiri districts. A total of 31,383 candidates are expected to appear for the exams, competing for the prestigious Group-1 positions.
Telangana Government Moves Forward with Exams
The Telangana government has been determined to conduct the Group-1 Mains exams without further delay. Despite the petitions and protests from aspirants, the government maintained its stance, and the Supreme Court’s verdict further supported its decision. The court’s refusal to postpone the exams marks a crucial moment in the recruitment process.
Conclusion: A Setback for Aspirants
The Supreme Court’s refusal to delay the Telangana Group-1 exams has been a setback for the aspirants, particularly those concerned about G.O. 29. With the exams set to continue, the candidates now face the challenge of performing under these circumstances. Nonetheless, the exams are moving forward, affecting over 31,000 hopefuls aiming for Telangana’s prestigious Group-1 positions.