The government’s reported move came hours after the BJP demanded action against Das. Bengal Imams’ Association president Mohammad Yahiya also criticised the council president, and demanded that she be asked to quit. “The council yesterday belittled the merit of the exam topper by announcing her religion. What action has it taken against the council president? State education minister Bratya Basu, however, defended Das, and accused the BJP of politicising the matter.

Source: Indian Express July 24, 2021 00:33 UTC