HC cancels 26,000 appointments in Bengal schools: What is the teacher recruitment scam?

The Calcutta High Court on Monday cancelled the illegal recruitment of 23,753 teachers and non-teaching staff in schools in Bengal. Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee has termed the verdict ‘illegal’. But why are so many jobs in jeopardy?

HC cancels 26,000 appointments in Bengal schools: What is the teacher recruitment scam?
The Calcutta High Court on Monday cancelled the illegal recruitment of 23,753 teachers and non-teaching staff in schools in Bengal. Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee has termed the verdict ‘illegal’. But why are so many jobs in jeopardy?