The Gauhati High Court, led by Justice Devashis Baruah, annulled the appointments of 935 Nagaland police constables due to irregularities. The Court mandated a new, legally compliant recruitment process within six months, addressing concerns over “backdoor appointments.” Previous appointees may remain for six months until replacements are made.
The Supreme Court has agreed to hear pleas against the Calcutta High Court order invalidating over 25,000 teacher and staff appointments in West Bengal. Chief Justice Chandrachud labeled the alleged recruitment scam as “systemic fraud” and emphasized the importance of maintaining public trust and the digitized records of the appointments. The court granted an extension for written submissions and allowed the CBI to continue its probe without making any arrests. The state government challenged the high court’s order, arguing that the cancellations were arbitrary. The Supreme Court emphasized the need for a closer analysis to differentiate between tainted and legitimate appointments. The Calcutta High Court not only annulled the appointments but also directed the CBI to investigate and report back within three months. Additionally, it ordered those appointed beyond the available vacancies, after the recruitment date, and those who submitted blank OMR sheets to return all remunerations and benefits with interest.