The Pathso Range Students’ Union (PRSU) has raised serious concerns over the functioning of government schools in the region, citing teacher absenteeism, alleged misconduct, and acute staff shortages that are affecting classroom teaching across multiple institutions.
The Union made the observations during an area tour conducted from April 29 to May 4, 2026, covering schools and government institutions across Pathso range. While acknowledging community efforts to support education, PRSU said the overall system continues to suffer from negligence at the official level.
Among the most serious concerns flagged was the alleged absence of a government-appointed teacher during the ongoing academic session. PRSU reported that Kamalendu Kamal, the lone Mathematics teacher at GHS Panso, is currently at his residence in Bihar without sanctioned leave.
The Union also alleged instances of teachers attending classes under intoxication, along with irregularities such as failure to follow proper leave procedures, absenteeism, non-maintenance of attendance registers, and lack of professional commitment.
Alongside these concerns, PRSU noted that several villages have stepped in to support local schools through community initiatives, including appointing teachers and providing basic infrastructure.
At GPS Yokao, two community teachers are currently serving – one supported through government-appointed teachers and another jointly sponsored by Yokao Baptist Tuathih and residents based in Dimapur. At GMS Tsuwao, a Hindi teacher has been sponsored by the community. GMS Lengnyu has two community teachers appointed by the Village Council, while GMS Pathso Nokeng and GPS Ekhao each have one community teacher.
However, despite these interventions, PRSU said schools across the range continue to face a severe shortage of regular teachers.
At GMS Lengnyu, even with two community teachers, the school reportedly has more classrooms than teachers and is functioning with only one graduate teacher. Similarly, GPS Kingniu is operating with three teachers for six classrooms.
Describing the situation as unsustainable, the Union urged the government to immediately address the shortage of teachers and strengthen infrastructure in schools across Pathso range.
PRSU said it will initiate necessary corrective measures where required, while also calling upon all teachers to uphold professional ethics and ensure regular attendance and classroom commitment.
The statement was issued by PRSU president L. Pukho Khiamniungan and general secretary Khumong T.
