Will the WBSSC Job Case Lead to Action by the State Government?
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Synopsis
Kolkata's 'untainted' teachers demand urgent action from the West Bengal government after a Supreme Court ruling led to the cancellation of thousands of school jobs. As tensions rise, they threaten further protests if their demands are ignored. Stay tuned for the latest updates on this unfolding situation!
Key Takeaways
- Teachers demand transparency in job segregation.
- Government faces mounting pressure from protests.
- Supreme Court ruling impacts thousands of teachers.
- Dialogue remains inconclusive between teachers and officials.
- Importance of distinguishing between qualified candidates emphasized.
Kolkata, July 14 (NationPress) An association of "untainted" teachers in state-run schools across West Bengal, who were dismissed following a Supreme Court ruling in April this year that annulled 25,753 school jobs, issued an "ultimatum" to the state government on Monday. They demanded the publication of lists that separate the "untainted" candidates from the "tainted" ones by midnight, warning of intensified protests should their demands go unmet.
On Monday, members of the "Jogyo Shikshak-Shikshika Adhikar Mancha" (Untainted Teachers’ Rights Forum), the leading organization advocating for this cause, held a rally termed a "march to state secretariat".
However, they were prevented from advancing close to the state secretariat of Nabanna in Howrah district, West Bengal. Subsequently, a small group of the forum's members were allowed into the secretariat for talks with Chief Secretary Manoj Pant regarding their demands.
After the meeting, delegation members stated that the discussions were inconclusive and the state government did not provide any solid assurances regarding their requests.
“We have resolved not to engage in any further discussions with the state government unless our demand for the publication of the lists that separate the "untainted" candidates from the "tainted" ones is met by midnight. If our demands are ignored, the state government should brace for vigorous protests on the streets,” remarked Chinmay Mondal, a delegation member.
According to him, if the segregated lists had been released, their suffering could have been alleviated. “Instead, the state government appears to be prioritizing the protection of "tainted" teachers, which is highly unfortunate,” he added.
On April 3, a Supreme Court panel, including then Chief Justice Sanjiv Khanna and Justice Sanjay Kumar, upheld a prior Calcutta High Court ruling that nullified 25,753 school appointments made via the WBSSC.
The apex court determined that the panel needed to be entirely disbanded due to the authorities' inability to differentiate between "tainted" and "untainted" candidates.
The state government and WBSSC have since lodged review petitions in the Supreme Court seeking a reevaluation of the ruling.
Point of View
It's crucial to recognize the plight of the 'untainted' teachers in West Bengal. The Supreme Court's decision has far-reaching implications for the education sector, and the government's response will be pivotal in restoring trust and ensuring fairness in job appointments. NationPress stands with the principles of transparency and accountability.
NationPress
14/07/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the main issue regarding the WBSSC jobs?
The main issue revolves around the cancellation of 25,753 school jobs by the Supreme Court, which has led to demands for the publication of segregated lists of 'untainted' and 'tainted' candidates.
Who are the 'untainted' teachers?
The 'untainted' teachers are those who were employed in state-run schools but lost their jobs due to the Supreme Court's ruling.
What will happen if the government does not meet their demands?
If their demands are not met by the deadline, the teachers have threatened to escalate their protests on the streets.
What does the Supreme Court ruling entail?
The Supreme Court upheld a previous ruling that annulled a large number of school appointments, citing the failure to distinguish between qualified and unqualified candidates.
What is the response from the state government?
The state government has not provided any definitive assurances regarding the publication of the segregated lists during the recent meeting with the teachers' delegation.
