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Calcutta HC Reversal: How 32,000 Teachers' Jobs Were Saved Amid Legal Battle

The Calcutta High Court has delivered a major relief for thousands of teachers in West Bengal. A division bench overturned an earlier order that had cancelled 32,000 primary teaching jobs. Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee welcomed the decision, stating that justice has been served for the teachers and their families. While political parties across the spectrum welcomed the verdict, many also called for action against any individuals who secured jobs through corrupt means.

Key Points: Mamata Banerjee Welcomes Calcutta HC Order Securing 32,000 Teacher Jobs

  • Mamata Banerjee welcomed the court order, expressing full faith in the judiciary
  • The division bench overturned a previous single-judge order that had cancelled the jobs
  • Education Minister Bratya Basu congratulated teachers, stating "truth has triumphed"
  • Opposition parties welcomed the verdict but stressed punishing those who got jobs unfairly
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CM Mamata welcomes Calcutta HC move turning down previous order cancelling 32,000 teaching jobs

West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee welcomes Calcutta High Court order that safeguards 32,000 primary teachers' jobs, saying "teachers have got justice."

"Teachers have got justice. Their families are safe now. - Mamata Banerjee"

Kolkata, Dec 3

West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee on Wednesday welcomed the Calcutta High Court order that dismissed a previous single-judge bench decision of the same court cancelling 32, 000 primary teachers' jobs in the state, saying the "teachers have got justice".

Reacting to the Calcutta High Court order, CM Banerjee said she has full faith in the judiciary.

"Teachers have got justice. Their families are safe now. I am happy. We respect the judiciary and we welcome this court order. We have been able to safeguard the jobs of our brothers and sisters," the Chief Minister said while speaking to reporters in Malda district.

At the same time, CM Banerjee said that some people move courts to snatch away the jobs of teachers.

"It is not right to move courts at the drop of a hat demanding cancellation of jobs. We have to create jobs for people, not take away jobs from the people," added Banerjee.

Meanwhile, leaders from all political parties welcomed the Calcutta High Court order.

State Education Minister Bratya Basu congratulated the primary teachers following the high court order.

"Congratulations to the Primary Education Board in the wake of the division bench verdict of the Hon’ble High Court today. The verdict of the single bench of the High Court has been quashed. The jobs of 32,000 primary teachers have been completely secured. Best wishes to the teachers as well. Truth has triumphed," he said in an X post.

BJP leader Shatorupa also welcomed the high court order but at the same time said that trained teachers must be identified who have got jobs by unfair means.

"We welcome the court order. We also don’t want any genuine teacher to lose his job. But those who are tainted must be punished," said the BJP spokesperson.

Senior CPI-M leader Sujan Chakraborty also expressed happiness over the high court order.

"Most of the 32,000 teachers are eligible. Therefore, they cannot be denied jobs just because a few indulged in corruption. We welcome the court order. But those who have got jobs through corruption must be punished," said Chakraborty.

Echoing similar views, Congress leader Soumya Aich Roy said: "We never wanted anyone to lose their jobs. We do not support taking away jobs. Therefore, we welcome the court order. At the same time, the guilty must be punished."

- IANS

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Sarah B
While I'm happy for the genuine teachers, Mamata Didi's point about people moving courts to cancel jobs is concerning. The system should be robust enough to prevent corruption in recruitment in the first place. This back-and-forth in courts creates so much uncertainty.
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Rohit P
Finally some good news! My cousin was one of these teachers living in fear for months. The mental stress on these families was immense. Kudos to the division bench for seeing reason. Now the government must ensure complete transparency in future recruitments.
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Priyanka N
It's interesting that all political parties are welcoming the order. For once, they seem to agree on something that benefits common people. The BJP leader's point is valid though - punish the corrupt, but don't make everyone suffer. A thorough, fair investigation is needed.
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Michael C
This shows the importance of having a multi-judge bench review major decisions. A single judge's order affecting so many lives needed this scrutiny. The Indian judiciary's checks and balances have worked here. Hope this brings stability to Bengal's education sector.
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Kavya N
As a teacher myself, I know how dedicated these primary teachers are. They work in tough conditions with limited resources. Cancelling their jobs would have been a disaster for lakhs of students. This is a victory for education and common sense. 🍎

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