West Bengal SSB teachers' appointment row: Supreme Court overturns Calcutta HC's CBI probe order

The Supreme Court has overturned the Calcutta High Court's ruling that mandated a CBI investigation into the West Bengal government's creation of supernumerary posts in SSC teacher appointments.

Livemint
Updated8 Apr 2025, 12:17 PM IST
Kolkata, India - April 7, 2025: Thousands of jobless teacher attending the meeting with chief minister Mamata Banerjee after the Supreme Court invalidated the appointment of 25753 teachers and other staffs in West Bengal at Netaji Indoor Stadium in Kolkata, India, on Monday, April 7, 2025.  (Photo by Samir Jana/ Hindustan Times)
Kolkata, India - April 7, 2025: Thousands of jobless teacher attending the meeting with chief minister Mamata Banerjee after the Supreme Court invalidated the appointment of 25753 teachers and other staffs in West Bengal at Netaji Indoor Stadium in Kolkata, India, on Monday, April 7, 2025. (Photo by Samir Jana/ Hindustan Times)(Hindustan Times)

The Supreme Court set aside the Calcutta High Court’s order directing a CBI investigation into the West Bengal government’s decision to create supernumerary posts in the West Bengal SSC teachers’ appointments, ANI reported.

(This is a developing story)

(With inputs from ANI)

Key Takeaways
  • The Supreme Court's decision underscores the complexities surrounding educational appointments in West Bengal.
  • The ruling may influence future governance and oversight of teacher recruitment processes in the state.
  • This case highlights the judicial system's role in addressing administrative decisions and their implications.

Stay updated with the latest Trending, India , World and United States news. Follow all the latest updates on Israel Iran Conflict here on Livemint.

Business NewsNewsIndiaWest Bengal SSB teachers' appointment row: Supreme Court overturns Calcutta HC's CBI probe order
MoreLess