Mamata Banerjee Stands by 25,000 Dismissed Teachers After SC Cancels SSC Appointments

Kolkata | West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee has come out strongly in support of over 25,000 teachers and non-teaching staff whose jobs were terminated following a Supreme Court verdict that nullified the 2016 SSC recruitment process. In a powerful public address at Kolkata’s Netaji Indoor Stadium on Monday, she assured the affected employees of full government support.
The Supreme Court verdict, delivered on April 3, upheld the Calcutta High Court’s ruling which deemed the School Service Commission (SSC) recruitment process of 2016 as “vitiated and tainted,” leading to the cancellation of thousands of appointments in state-run and aided schools.
“I stand with those who lost their jobs. The state government will do everything possible to restore their dignity and ensure that no eligible candidate is left without a job,” said Mamata Banerjee, addressing an emotionally charged gathering of dismissed staff.
She further declared, “Even if I have to go to jail for standing by them, I will not let their livelihoods be destroyed.” The chief minister emphasized that the government respects the court’s decision but would explore all legal and administrative options to reinstate the eligible teachers and staff.
Banerjee distanced herself from the alleged recruitment irregularities, stating she had no involvement in the process and slammed political efforts to drag her into the controversy. “We are working on a plan to ensure there is no break in service for deserving candidates,” she said.
Outside the stadium, thousands of supporters and affected staff gathered, leading to overcrowding and security concerns. Many tried to enter the venue without official passes, highlighting the intensity of the issue across the state.
The Mamata Banerjee SSC verdict teachers dismissal case has escalated into a political flashpoint, with the opposition BJP demanding accountability and action against those responsible. However, Banerjee’s firm stance suggests the state government is preparing to challenge the decision through legal reforms and support mechanisms, reaffirming its commitment to the teaching community.
As the issue continues to unfold, Banerjee’s bold stand is being closely watched not just in West Bengal but across the nation, as it raises key questions about recruitment transparency and executive accountability in the education sector.