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Home Guard Hopes Delayed: Appointments Stuck
3 Jul
Summary
- 1,190 candidates qualified for Home Guard jobs in Dhanbad.
- Merit list published June 8, but appointments are pending.
- Deputy Commissioner assured expedited process completion.
In Dhanbad, a delegation of candidates who successfully cleared the Home Guard recruitment process met Deputy Commissioner Aditya Ranjan on Friday, July 3, 2026, to urge the expediting of their pending appointments. The recruitment exercise, which took place between April 6 and April 27 of this year, saw 1,190 candidates declared successful. However, the official merit list, released on June 8, has been followed by nearly a month of inactivity regarding appointments.
The delay has fostered uncertainty and frustration among the selected aspirants. Many had relied on these Home Guard positions, reportedly declining other employment offers after qualifying. The continued postponement has led to reported financial difficulties and significant mental strain for those awaiting their official postings. Deputy Commissioner Ranjan assured the concerned candidates that the administration is treating the matter with high priority and will ensure all remaining procedures are completed promptly and in adherence to regulations.
