New Delhi, Aug. 31 -- Union Minister Sukanta Majumdar has reacted strongly to the publication of a list of 1804 "tainted" candidates by the Staff Selection Commission (SSC) following a Supreme Court order. The list pertains to teachers allegedly involved in irregularities.

Speaking to ANI on Saturday, Majumdar noted that the SSC's publication of the list is an admission of selling teaching jobs, a serious corruption allegation.

He questioned the discrepancy in numbers compared to previous court proceedings and called for a thorough investigation into the matter.

Majumdar demanded accountability, stating that if the SSC had the list, it should have been presented during court proceedings.

He highlighted the undue burden on eligible tea...