[Bengal School Job Scam] Calcutta HC Grants Bail to Sujay Krishna Bhadra

Today, On 6th December, the Calcutta High Court granted bail to Sujay Krishna Bhadra, a key suspect in the Bengal school recruitment scam investigated by the ED. His release is conditional, prohibiting him from tampering with evidence or leaving West Bengal. Bhadra, a businessman, faces allegations of facilitating illegal job placements.

“They are Young Girls, Aged 18-23 Years, Are Vulnerable & Must Be Protected: CJI Urges for Deployment of Police at Bengal Medical Colleges

The Supreme Court mandated more police presence in West Bengal medical colleges after the rape and murder of a doctor raised safety concerns. The government faced criticism for relying on contractual security personnel instead of regular officers. The Chief Justice emphasized the vulnerability of female students and called for comprehensive security measures.