Abhijit Gangopadhyay Hints at New Corruption Scandal Warns of 144 Hours Bengal Bandh

Abhijit Gangopadhyay: Former Justice turned politician Abhijit Gangopadhyay has once again stirred the political pot in West Bengal with explosive allegations. Known for his aggressive stance against corruption during his tenure as a judge, Gangopadhyay has hinted at the existence of a massive new scam. According to him, this impending revelation could be severe enough to threaten the stability of the current state government.

While he has been a central figure in unearthing the recruitment scams in the education sector, he clarified that this new development is entirely different.

Not Education: A New Sector Under Scanner

Abhijit Gangopadhyay has explicitly stated that the “clue” he currently possesses is not related to the School Service Commission (SSC) or the education department. Instead, it points towards malpractices in a completely different sector of the administration.

• Evidence in Hand: He claims to have secured a vital lead regarding this alleged corruption.
• Strategic Timing: He is currently waiting for the appropriate moment to release this information to the public for maximum impact.
• Legal Recourse: Gangopadhyay emphasized that if the corruption is not exposed through general means, he is prepared to take the battle to the courtroom, utilizing legal channels to bring the truth to light.

Threat of a 144-Hour Shutdown

The most alarming aspect of his statement is the proposed course of action following the potential exposure of this scam. He believes that the magnitude of this corruption is such that the government would lose its moral right to govern. To press for accountability, he has outlined a severe protest plan:

• Massive Strike: He has warned of calling a state-wide ‘Bandh’ (strike) lasting anywhere from 72 hours (3 days) to 144 hours (6 days).
• Paralyzing the Administration: The objective of such a long-duration strike would be to exert immense pressure on the administration and force a political change.

Demands for Resignation and President’s Rule

Gangopadhyay’s allegations go beyond just financial misappropriation; they target the very top of the state’s leadership.

• High-Level Involvement: Although he did not name names, he opined that corruption of such a scale is impossible without the patronage of the highest levels of the government.
• Call for Resignation: He asserted that once the scandal breaks, the Chief Minister should resign immediately and submit the resignation letter to the Governor.
• President’s Rule: He also suggested that the situation might warrant the imposition of President’s Rule in West Bengal if the government fails to step down voluntarily.

This development has created a ripple of anxiety and anticipation in political circles. If a new major scam is indeed unearthed, it could significantly alter the political landscape of West Bengal in the coming days. The state now waits to see when and how Abhijit Gangopadhyay decides to play his cards.