In the 2016 teacher recruitment scam, the Supreme Court dismissed a plea seeking the release of 22 lakh OMR sheets. Justice Sanjay Kumar’s Bench said such disclosure is not mandatory, creating uncertainty for disqualified teachers.
Former Calcutta High Court judge and BJP MP Abhijit Gangopadhyay has landed in controversy after speaking harshly to a group of dismissed school employees who came to him for help. When they asked about their jobs, he said, “Don’t ask such foolish questions, ask the Supreme Court.” He also scolded them, saying, “You don’t know what to ask whom. You don’t deserve to be a teacher.” The video of the incident has gone viral and many people are criticizing his rude behaviour.
Today, On 3rd April, West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee said she “can’t accept the Supreme Court’s judgment” on the teacher recruitment case but promised to follow it. The court canceled thousands of job appointments and ordered a fresh hiring process. Banerjee disagreed with the decision but assured that a new recruitment drive will take place. Her statement comes after a big legal setback for her government in this matter.
Today, On 3rd April, The Supreme Court has upheld the Calcutta High Court’s decision to cancel the appointments of 24,000 school staff in West Bengal over alleged irregularities. The court stated, “Entire selection process is vitiated by manipulation and fraud, and credibility and legitimacy is denuded.” The ruling reinforces the need for transparency in recruitment and mandates a fresh selection process. This verdict has significant implications for affected candidates and the state’s education system.
Today, On 3rd April, The Supreme Court is expected to deliver its verdict regarding petitions challenging the Calcutta High Court’s order that invalidated the appointment of teachers in West Bengal. The HC had earlier scrapped these appointments over alleged irregularities in the selection process. The decision will have significant implications for affected teachers and the state’s education system. The ruling is highly anticipated amid ongoing legal battles over recruitment controversies.
Today, On 27th January, The Supreme Court will hear pleas regarding the cancellation of 25,753 teaching and non-teaching jobs in West Bengal, as ordered by the High Court. The apex court clarified that if it finds the appointments illegal, those affected must return the salaries and benefits they received. This case stems from allegations of irregularities in recruitment for school jobs.
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Today, On 2nd December, the Supreme Court adjourned Partha Chatterjee’s bail plea regarding the cash-for-jobs scam. Facing serious corruption charges, Chatterjee’s hearing was postponed to review custody details. His legal team highlighted his prolonged imprisonment and age. The court acknowledged the severity of the allegations and the ongoing investigations.
Today (29th April): The Supreme Court granted a stay on the Calcutta High Court order directing the CBI to investigate the West Bengal government’s involvement in a teacher recruitment scam. The Court questioned the cancellation of 23,000 appointments and temporarily halted the CBI’s further investigations. The matter will be heard in detail on May 6.Several individuals are in custody for their alleged involvement in the scam.
