Court Advances Investigation in West Bengal Teacher Recruitment Corruption Case, Names Key Figures

Baby Chakraborty, KalimNews, January 11, 2025, Kolkata: The corruption scandal surrounding teacher recruitment in West Bengal is set to take a significant turn with a recent court decision, as the names of several high-profile figures continue to emerge in connection with the case. Among those implicated are prominent leaders from the state’s ruling party, including former education minister Partha Chatterjee, who has been in jail for over two years on charges of accepting large sums of money in exchange for jobs.

One of the central figures in the ongoing investigation is Sujoy Krishna Bhadra, also known as 'Kalighater Kaku,' a key accused who has been under close scrutiny since the beginning of the case. Bhadra, who was granted bail by the Enforcement Directorate (ED) in relation to the recruitment scandal last year, was later taken into custody by the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) in connection with a separate case. He is currently hospitalized after being arrested by the CBI. The court has requested regular medical reports concerning his health status.

The court recently advanced the case by framing charges against several individuals, including Bhadra, his wife, and Partha Chatterjee's son-in-law Kalyanmoy Bhattacharya, along with other key figures such as Kuntal Ghosh, Arpita Mukherjee, and Manik Bhattacharya’s wife and son. In addition, charges have been filed against 26 organizations implicated in the widespread recruitment corruption.

The investigation has garnered significant attention due to the involvement of high-ranking political figures and the magnitude of the alleged corruption. As the case progresses, it is expected to continue to unfold with further revelations about the extent of the scandal and the people connected to it. The court's decision to move forward with the framing of charges marks a critical step in bringing accountability to the recruitment process that has been marred by allegations of bribery and misconduct.