Context: West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee announced the removal of certain provisions in the ‘Ratri Sathi’ initiative following objections by the Supreme Court.
- The Supreme Court raised concerns about the deployment of contractual staff, particularly after an incident involving a contractual worker accused of a crime at R.G. Kar Medical College.
- The appointment of 12,000 untrained police personnel has sparked controversy, with experts questioning their ability to ensure security for doctors.
Use in UPSC GS2:
- Topic: Government Policies and Interventions
- This case can be used to discuss judicial interventions in state policies and the implications of government decisions on public safety and service delivery.
Use in UPSC GS4 (Ethics):
- Topic: Ethical Issues in Public Service
- The ethical concerns raised by the deployment of untrained contractual workers and police personnel can illustrate the importance of competency and responsibility in ensuring public safety.
