Fair Investigation Demanded for Repeated Paper Leaks in Jharkhand: Dilip Ghosh

Kolkata, August 19: Dilip Ghosh, a minister in the West Bengal government, has responded to the ongoing student protests in Jharkhand, issues surrounding loudspeakers at religious sites, and allegations of corruption in the state. He emphasized that questioning the recurring incidents of paper leaks is entirely justified and called for a fair investigation into the matter.

Ghosh stated that it is natural to ask why paper leaks are happening repeatedly in Jharkhand. He pointed out that there must be some irregularities somewhere, and these should be identified and investigated. This is essential to address students’ complaints and ensure transparency in the examination system.

Regarding the use of loudspeakers at religious sites, including mosques, Ghosh noted that many locations had microphones installed without the necessary court or police permissions. He mentioned that in several areas, the sound levels exceeded permissible limits. As a result, loudspeakers were removed from thousands of locations to enforce compliance with regulations.

In response to the Calcutta High Court‘s dismissal of a PIL related to the removal of loudspeakers from mosques, Ghosh asserted that loudspeakers were installed unlawfully and that the sound levels were beyond the allowed limits. Consequently, loudspeakers were removed by the people themselves, and where they did not comply, the police intervened.

He clarified that this issue is not limited to mosques; other religious places also used loudspeakers, and all were expected to adhere to the rules. Those who did not comply approached the court, which naturally dismissed their petitions. This situation can be seen as a challenge to the government.

On the topic of corruption, Ghosh made serious allegations against the West Bengal government. He claimed that corruption is widespread in the state, even within institutions responsible for preventing it. He specifically questioned the police, highlighting serious allegations against the very mechanisms responsible for reforming the system.

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