Who is Justice Abhijit Gangopadhyay? Why did he resign as Calcutta HC Judge? What's the controversy surrounding him?
Justice Abhijit Gangopadhyay, has declared his decision to step down from his position, preceding his retirement later this year. Renowned for his adjudications on education-related matters, Justice Gangopadhyay revealed to a TV channel his intention to delve into politics.
«I am going to resign from the post of a judge in High Court Calcutta. For the last two or more years I have been dealing with some matters, especially education matters, regarding which a huge corruption has been discovered and unearthed. A large number of important persons in the education sector of this government are now languishing in jail, under trial,» he told ANI.
«Thereafter, now I am taking labour matters. There are also large scams of employers concerning provident fund gratuity, etc. I have also passed certain orders in those respects. But what I have failed while doing these matters of labour matters, labour legislation, that I have felt that my job in this duty is over. This is the call of my conscience,» Justice Gangopadhyay said.
Justice Gangopadhyay additionally mentioned that he has various other matters to pursue, as certain lawyers and litigants have urged him to rethink his resignation.
Who is Justice Abhijit Gangopadhyay?
A high court judge since 2018, Justice Gangopadhyay is known for his rulings which triggered controversies. Here are five things you need to know about him.
Justice Abhijit Gangopadhyay resigns as Calcutta HC judge; Litigant pleads him to reconsider with 'folded hands'
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