What’s Next for Job Seekers in Bengal School Case?
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Synopsis
The West Bengal government is set to announce fresh recruitment for non-teaching staff in state-run schools, following the Supreme Court's cancellation of previous job appointments. Alongside this, a list of candidates involved in corruption will be published, ensuring a transparent recruitment process. Stay informed on the developments that could impact many job seekers.
Key Takeaways
- New recruitment notification for non-teaching staff to be announced.
- 25,753 school jobs were cancelled by the Supreme Court.
- List of tainted candidates to be published.
- Support measures for unemployed workers are under review.
- Focus on transparency in the recruitment process.
Kolkata, Nov 3 (NationPress) The announcement for new recruitment of non-teaching personnel for state-operated schools in West Bengal is set to be made on Monday, aiming to address vacancies caused by the Supreme Court's annulment of 25,753 school positions earlier this year.
Simultaneously, on the same day, the West Bengal School Service Commission (WBSSC) will reveal the roster of “tainted” candidates who had paid for school positions in the 2016 panel and will thus be excluded from the upcoming recruitment.
This recruitment drive will cover 2,989 Group-C non-teaching roles and an additional 5,488 Group-D non-teaching positions.
Earlier this year, a division bench of the Supreme Court scrapped the entire 2016 panel of 25,753 school jobs, impacting both teaching and non-teaching personnel. The written exams for teaching positions at the secondary and higher-secondary levels have already been conducted, with results anticipated shortly.
On Monday, the state government will not only issue a notification for the recruitment of non-teaching staff but will also disclose the list of compromised candidates.
Interestingly, on April 3, when the Supreme Court annulled the entire 2016 panel, it permitted the “untainted” teachers to continue their classes until December this year, by which time the recruitment for teaching staff is expected to conclude.
However, the apex court did not extend similar leniency to the non-teaching personnel, regardless of their status. Subsequently, the West Bengal government proposed a monthly stipend of Rs 25,000 for unemployed Group C workers and Rs 20,000 for Group D staff, a decision that was later halted by the Calcutta High Court.
In April, the Supreme Court upheld a ruling from the Calcutta High Court, voiding the entire 2016 panel of the WBSSC. The apex court concurred with the High Court's remarks that the entire panel was invalidated because neither the WBSSC nor the State Education Department managed to provide two distinct lists categorizing “tainted” and “untainted” candidates, despite repeated court requests.
Point of View
The ongoing recruitment process in West Bengal schools highlights the need for transparency and accountability in educational employment. The Supreme Court's decision emphasizes the importance of ethical practices in hiring, ensuring that deserving candidates are given fair opportunities. The government's response to provide support for unemployed workers further underscores the challenges faced in this sector.
NationPress
04/11/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
When will the new recruitment notification be issued?
The notification for fresh recruitment of non-teaching staff will be issued on Monday.
What positions are being filled?
The recruitment will fill 2,989 Group-C and 5,488 Group-D non-teaching positions.
What happened to the 2016 job panel?
The Supreme Court cancelled the entire 2016 job panel due to irregularities.
Who are considered 'tainted' candidates?
Tainted candidates are those who paid money to secure their positions in the 2016 recruitment.
What support is available for unemployed workers?
The West Bengal government had proposed monthly allowances for unemployed Group C and D workers, which is currently stayed by the court.
