West Bengal CM Enforces Crackdown on Illegal Toll Booths and Corruption
Bengal CM orders closure of illegal toll booths, says zero tolerance with corruption
Hindustan Times
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West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari announced a zero-tolerance policy towards corruption and ordered the immediate closure of illegal toll booths across the state. The directives aim to enhance service delivery and support local farmers, particularly potato growers, by removing restrictions imposed by the previous government.
- 01Suvendu Adhikari emphasizes zero tolerance for corruption in West Bengal.
- 02Immediate closure of all illegal toll collection points across the state.
- 03Restrictions on potato farmers imposed by the previous government have been lifted.
- 04The government will recover salaries paid to teachers involved in a recruitment corruption case.
- 05Strict actions will be taken against illegal cattle markets and mining activities.
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West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari has taken a firm stance against corruption, directing bureaucrats to prioritize prompt service to citizens. During a recent meeting, he ordered the immediate closure of all illegal toll booths across the state, which had been a source of numerous complaints during the previous Trinamool Congress (TMC) government. Adhikari also announced the removal of restrictions that previously hindered potato farmers from selling their produce outside the state. Furthermore, he instructed officials to recover salaries from teachers whose jobs were annulled by the Supreme Court in April 2025 due to corruption in recruitment practices. The Chief Minister's orders extend to ensuring legal operations in cattle trade and mining, with a commitment to prevent illegal activities and protect legitimate businesses. Regular border meetings will be held to enhance coordination and address criminal activities effectively.
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These measures aim to enhance transparency and fairness in toll collection, directly benefiting commuters and local farmers.
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