Controversy Unfolds: West Bengal's Recruitment Row Sparks Political Clash

West Bengal's political scene is tense following a Supreme Court ruling that nullified 25,000 teacher jobs. Opposition leader Suvendu Adhikari blames the state government, while Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee accuses the BJP of targeting Bengal. The ruling might intensify political battles in the region.


Devdiscourse News Desk | Updated: 03-04-2025 20:43 IST | Created: 03-04-2025 20:43 IST
Controversy Unfolds: West Bengal's Recruitment Row Sparks Political Clash
West Bengal assembly Leader of the Opposition Suvendu Adhikari. (Photo/ANI). Image Credit: ANI
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The political temperature in West Bengal soared as Leader of the Opposition Suvendu Adhikari pointed fingers at Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee following the Supreme Court's decision to annul 25,000 teaching positions.

Adhikari assigned blame to both the state government and CM Banerjee, while implicating Abhishek Banerjee, for their alleged role in the employment debacle.

In response, CM Banerjee lashed out at the BJP, accusing them of unfairly targeting Bengal, while emphasizing her support for affected candidates and insisting on the autonomy of the West Bengal School Service Commission.

(With inputs from agencies.)

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