G 24 Hours Digital Bureau: In a crucial decision today, Thursday, the Supreme Court upheld the Calcutta High Court’s verdict on the SSC recruitment scam case. The verdict has significant implications for 26,000 teaching and non-teaching candidates, who had been awaiting the court’s decision. The ruling has become a major topic in ABP Ananda Live and Anandabazar Patrika Today as affected candidates react to the news.
High Court’s 2016 Recruitment Cancellation Upheld
The case stems from allegations of corruption in the 2016 SSC recruitment process, which led the Calcutta High Court to cancel the entire recruitment in its earlier verdict. Following this, 25,753 individuals lost their jobs. The West Bengal government challenged the High Court’s decision and appealed to the Supreme Court. However, today, the bench of Chief Justice Sanjiv Khanna and Justice Sanjay Kumar upheld the High Court’s ruling and ordered a fresh recruitment process within three months.
Additionally, the division bench has directed the CBI to complete its investigation within three months. This case has been a major focus in ABP Ananda and has sparked widespread discussions in Anandabazar Patrika Today about the future of those affected.
Political Reactions and Public Outcry
Reacting to the verdict, BJP leader Shamik Bhattacharya criticized the ruling party, stating:
“The situation that will arise in West Bengal after this verdict will push many families towards destruction. Who is responsible? The Trinamool Congress alone. We have always maintained that only deserving candidates should retain their jobs, and those who are not qualified must go.”
Meanwhile, affected candidates expressed shock and despair. Pratap Roy Chowdhury, who lost his job due to the verdict, stated:
“I really don’t know what will happen to us now. The only path left is the road to our destruction. This is a huge political conspiracy.”
What’s Next?
With the SSC recruitment process set to restart, thousands of candidates will now have to reapply and compete for their positions. The CBI’s investigation outcome will also be crucial in determining further legal and political actions.
For live updates on this case, stay tuned to ABP Ananda Live, ABP Ananda, and Anandabazar Patrika Today.
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