The protest over alleged irregularities in the JPSC and JSSC recruitment process intensified in Ranchi as ABVP members marched towards Chief Minister Hemant Soren's residence, demanding his resignation. Police intervened during the demonstration, leading to confrontations and the detention of several protesters. Meanwhile, the Jharkhand government held a second round of talks with student representatives on recruitment reforms, while the Jharkhand CID summoned three JPSC members for questioning in connection with the recruitment controversy. Protesters have said their agitation will continue until concrete reforms are announced.