As the examination for recruitment of beat forest officers, conducted exclusively for the tribal youths by the Public Service Commission, began on Saturday afternoon, a cloud of anxiety cast over the Karikulam forest station in Ranni.
Having landed in their uniforms several years ago, the officials here have not been used to exam anxiety for a longtime now. But with 20 of their ‘wards’ appearing for the special recruitment this time, they were feeling it like seeking a second chance for recruitment.
The wards, all residents of the tribal colonies at Adichipuzha and Chollanavayal, had attended the basic coaching and orientation sessions organised by the officials here last week. The session, according to the officials here, was part of a special drive held in association with the Tribal Development department to help eligible candidates to apply for the post.
