Kolkata University Staff Protest Pension System
State-aided university employees in Kolkata rally against DPPG pension disbursement, fearing loss of benefits and institutional independence. Presidency University staff lead the protest.
State-aided university employees in Kolkata rally against DPPG pension disbursement, fearing loss of benefits and institutional independence. Presidency University staff lead the protest.
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