Teachers Return to Class Despite Uncertainty After SC Verdict on Bengal Recruitment

Amid uncertainty following the Supreme Court’s verdict on West Bengal school recruitments, many teachers and staff members facing potential termination have returned to classrooms, prioritizing students over personal concerns.

Despite the looming threat of job loss, educators said they couldn’t abandon their responsibilities—especially during exam season. “Why should we be punished for an offence for which we are not responsible?” questioned one teacher. “I came to school because I have responsibilities I can’t ignore.”

A biology teacher shared that she resumed classes out of concern for her newly promoted Class XII students. “When the principal requested me to take classes, I didn’t think twice,” she said. Subal Chandra Mandal, the only lab assistant at his school, also reported for duty when asked. “The headmaster called me, so I came. But I haven’t slept for the past two days,” he added, reflecting the emotional toll.

School principals acknowledged that requesting the return of these educators was a difficult decision. One principal mentioned that the option of hiring part-time teachers would be considered in coordination with school management.

Despite their uncertain futures, these educators are showing up for students—demonstrating a commitment to education that transcends administrative challenges.