Overview

• Two protest leaders, Sudip Konar and Indrajit Mondal, complied with Calcutta High Court's directive to appear before police for questioning about the May 15 violence at Bikash Bhavan.
• The West Bengal Board of Secondary Education issued show-cause notices to teachers accused of vandalism and wrongful confinement during the protest, demanding responses within seven days.
• The High Court proposed relocating the sit-in to Central Park with basic amenities, while the state government seeks formal approval to shift the protest.
• Protesters have sought political support from BJP and Congress leaders and staged demonstrations outside Education Minister Bratya Basu's residence, demanding reinstatement.
• The Supreme Court's annulment of 25,753 appointments in April continues to fuel the prolonged agitation, with protesters rejecting fresh recruitment exams mandated by the court.