West Bengal Cabinet Initiates Judicial Panels to Address Corruption and Atrocities
The West Bengal cabinet has launched two panels led by retired High Court judges, aiming to investigate institutional corruption and violence against women under the former TMC regime. Set to start on June 1, the panels will probe welfare schemes and societal abuses, providing actionable recommendations within 30 days.
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In a significant move, the West Bengal cabinet has approved the establishment of two judicial panels to investigate alleged institutional corruption and violence against women during the previous TMC regime. The panels, led by retired judges of the Calcutta High Court, are scheduled to commence on June 1.
Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari explained that Justice Biswajit Basu would oversee the investigation into corruption, assisted by ADG-rank IPS officer Jayraman. The panel will scrutinize discrepancies in welfare schemes, public construction, and services, with the power to register FIRs based on recommendations.
The second panel, chaired by Justice Samapti Chatterjee with IPS officer Damayanti Sen, will address atrocities against women and children, including those from marginalized communities. It will employ various complaint channels and examine unresolved cases, striving to enhance prosecution and justice in the state.
(With inputs from agencies.)
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