The Calcutta High Court set aside the earlier order that removed 32,000 primary school teachers in West Bengal, saying irregularities were found in only a few cases. The ruling protects teachers’ jobs after nine years of service.
West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee praised the Supreme Court’s decision to allow untainted school teachers, previously terminated, to continue their services. The court recognized the negative impact of recruitment issues and mandated a new recruitment process by May 31, 2025, while excluding certain employee groups from this relief.
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.
