The former principal of RG Kar Medical College and Hospital has moved the Supreme Court of India challenging the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) probe into a corruption case. The ex-principal, who served at one of Kolkata’s premier medical institutions, is contesting the CBI’s jurisdiction and the validity of the investigation initiated against him.
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The corruption case revolves around alleged irregularities in the procurement of medical equipment and supplies during his tenure. The CBI, acting on complaints and subsequent preliminary inquiries, registered a case alleging that the former principal, along with several other officials, misused their positions to favor specific suppliers in exchange for kickbacks, thereby causing significant financial losses to the government.
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In his petition to the Supreme Court, the ex-principal argues that the investigation is politically motivated and lacks a substantive legal basis. He claims that the CBI’s involvement was unwarranted, as the case falls within the jurisdiction of the state police. He has also raised concerns about the violation of his fundamental rights, alleging that the investigation has been conducted in a biased and non-transparent manner, infringing upon his right to a fair trial.
The plea urges the Supreme Court to quash the CBI probe, contending that the allegations against him are baseless and fabricated. It also seeks an interim stay on any coercive action by the CBI while the case is under consideration.
The Supreme Court is expected to hear the plea in the coming weeks, and the outcome could have significant implications for the jurisdiction of central investigative agencies in cases involving state officials. This case has drawn considerable attention in West Bengal, given its potential to affect the state’s political landscape and governance.
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