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Jharkhand's unfunded teachers staged a significant protest at Ranchi's Raj Bhavan on Teacher's Day, highlighting their long-standing salary and recognition issues. The teachers, led by Vittarahit Shikshak Sangharsh Morcha Mahasangh, are demanding a 75% grant-in-aid and state employee status. Their symbolic protest warns of potential escalation if government remains unresponsive. The demonstration underscores the critical challenges faced by educators working with minimal resources.

Key Points: Jharkhand Teachers Protest Pending Salaries on Teacher's Day

  • Teachers protest against government's apathy on Teacher's Day
  • Demanding 75% grant-in-aid and state employee recognition
  • Symbolic protest warns of potential indefinite agitation
  • Highlighting systemic challenges in education sector
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Jharkhand: Teachers sit on dharna over pending demands

Unfunded teachers in Jharkhand stage protest demanding 75% grant-in-aid and state employee status at Ranchi's Raj Bhavan

"It is unfortunate that while leaders celebrate, 'unfunded' teachers are forced to sit on streets - Raghunath Singh, Mahasangh General Secretary"

Ranchi, Sep

While teachers across the country are being honoured on Teacher's Day, thousands of teachers who are not receiving adequate or regular salary payments in Jharkhand took to the streets, staging a protest in front of the Raj Bhavan in Ranchi.

They are demanding the fulfilment of their long-pending issues under the leadership of the Vittarahit (unfunded) Shikshak Sangharsh Morcha Mahasangh.

The protesting teachers, both male and female, raised slogans accusing the state government of apathy and betrayal. Their two major demands are: immediate approval of the 75 pc grant-in-aid hike proposal in the state cabinet, and swift action on the letter sent by the Department of Personnel, Administrative Reforms, and Official Language to the Department of School Education and Literacy.

Raghunath Singh, General Secretary of the Mahasangh, said, "It is unfortunate that while the President, Governors, Prime Minister, and Chief Ministers are celebrating and honouring teachers, 'unfunded' teachers in Jharkhand are forced to sit on the streets. Our demands have been ignored for the past five years. The government is deceiving us and is seemingly plotting to shut down these institutions. We demand that the 75 pc grant-in-aid proposal be brought before the cabinet and that the teachers be granted the status of state employees."

Arvind Singh, Secretary of the Vittarahit Shikshak Mandal, added, "Today, when the nation is celebrating Teacher's Day, we are compelled to protest in front of the Raj Bhavan due to the government's negligence. Our two key demands remain unfulfilled: approval of the grant-in-aid hike and recognition as state employees."

He warned that the future of thousands of teachers working in 'unfunded institutions' remains uncertain due to the government's indifferent policies.

Despite working with minimal resources, these teachers continue to educate. He concluded by saying that if the government does not act soon, the protest will intensify.

"Today's protest is symbolic, but if ignored, we will launch an indefinite agitation," he said.

- IANS

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Priya S
My cousin is one of these teachers. They haven't received proper salary for 8 months! How are they supposed to run their households? The government's apathy is heartbreaking. 💔
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Arjun K
While politicians give grand speeches on Teacher's Day, actual teachers are struggling for basic rights. Irony died a thousand deaths today. Government needs to act immediately!
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Sarah B
While I support the teachers' cause, I hope the protests don't disrupt students' education. There has to be a balanced approach that doesn't harm the very children these teachers are dedicated to serving.
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Vikram M
5 years of ignored demands? This is complete administrative failure. Teachers are the backbone of our society. If we don't respect them, what future are we building for our children? 🤦‍♂️
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Kavya N
Salute to these teachers who continue educating children despite not getting paid properly. Their dedication is inspiring. Government should immediately resolve their issues. Jai Hind! 🇮🇳

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