Trinamool Congress leader Abhishek Banerjee responded vehemently to the recent decision by the Calcutta High Court to invalidate all OBC certificates issued in West Bengal after 2010, suggesting that the move is aligned with the BJP's objective of eliminating reservation benefits. Banerjee criticized the judgment, portraying it as a reflection of the BJP's intentions and raising concerns about the potential repercussions on OBC individuals if the BJP were to assume power.
Emphasizing the significance of the OBC reservations, Banerjee highlighted the diverse communities that would be affected by the court's decision, asserting that certain marginalized groups, including Kurmi, Adivasi, Munda, Oraon, and Santhals, would face deprivation of their rights if the BJP's stance prevailed. The Calcutta High Court's directive to cancel post-2010 OBC certificates prompted significant backlash, with concerns raised about the implications for approximately 5 lakh affected individuals whose certificates are now set to be invalidated.
Despite the court ruling, West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee made a firm statement indicating her refusal to accept the judgment and ensuring that OBC reservations would be upheld. Mamata Banerjee's strong stance against the court's decision reflected a commitment to safeguarding the rights and interests of OBC communities and resisting any attempts to undermine their entitled privileges. The ongoing debate surrounding the Calcutta High Court's ruling underscored the deeply rooted significance of OBC reservations in the region and the implications of potential changes on the affected individuals' livelihoods and opportunities.