The West Bengal government has formally sanctioned the prosecution of former RG Kar Medical College principal Sandip Ghosh in a corruption case, officials confirmed on Tuesday.
Sanction granted after thorough review
The state government stated that the sanction was granted after 'fully and carefully examining' the case materials and records, including the First Information Report (FIR) and related documents. The decision marks a significant step in the legal proceedings against Ghosh, who has been accused of financial irregularities during his tenure at the prestigious medical institution.
Details of the case
The corruption case against Sandip Ghosh involves allegations of misappropriation of funds and other financial malpractices at RG Kar Medical College and Hospital. The exact nature of the charges has not been disclosed publicly, but sources indicate that the investigation pertains to irregularities in procurement and administrative decisions.
The sanction for prosecution is a mandatory legal requirement before a public servant can be tried in a court of law. With this approval, the investigating agency can now proceed to file a chargesheet and seek trial.
Background
Sandip Ghosh was removed from his position as principal of RG Kar Medical College earlier this year amid a series of controversies. The state government had initiated a departmental inquiry and also referred the matter to the anti-corruption bureau for a thorough investigation.
The development comes as part of a broader crackdown on corruption in state-run medical institutions in West Bengal. Several other officials are also under scrutiny for similar allegations.
Legal experts say the grant of sanction is a routine but crucial procedural step. However, they note that the accused will have the opportunity to defend themselves in court once the trial begins.
The case is expected to be heard in a special court for corruption cases in Kolkata. No date for the first hearing has been set yet.
