Patna: Former Bihar director general of police Alok Raj has resigned from his post as chairman of the Bihar Staff Selection Commission (BSSC), bringing an abrupt end to his tenure at one of the state’s most important recruitment bodies. The resignation has come as a surprise, as Raj was appointed for a fixed term of five years by the Nitish Kumar government following his retirement from the police service.
Alok Raj, a 1989-batch IPS officer, took charge of the BSSC about a year ago. His appointment was officially made by the General Administration Department on December 31, with the tenure beginning on January 1. According to the appointment order, he was expected to serve either for five years or until he reached the age of 65. His experience as a senior police officer and brief stint as Bihar’s DGP were seen as strengths that could help improve the functioning and credibility of the commission.
Soon after news of his resignation emerged, speculation began about the reasons behind the move. Some sources suggested that Raj may have been dissatisfied with certain issues after assuming office. However, no official statement has supported these claims. In his resignation letter sent to the General Administration Department, Raj clearly mentioned that he was stepping down due to personal reasons, without giving further details.
Speaking to the media, Alok Raj said there was no single or specific reason behind his decision. He described the circumstances as unavoidable and personal in nature. He confirmed that he had completed one year as chairman before resigning and chose not to comment on what he plans to do next. His departure has left the government with the task of appointing a new chairperson at a time when timely and transparent recruitment remains a key concern in Bihar.
