The Ao Kaketshir Mungdang (AKM) has raised concerns regarding the unethical practice of employing proxy teachers in Mokokchung district and has informed all proxy teachers in the district to immediately cease their activities.
In a press release, the apex student organization on Tuesday stated that the unethical practice of employing proxy teachers in the district undermines the quality of education and deprives students of their right to proper learning.
“We urge everyone to stand against this malpractice and appeal all the stakeholders to be vigilant and ensure that only appointed and qualified teachers fulfill their duties. Together, we must monitor and safeguard the future of our students and uphold the standards of education in our district,” the AKM said.
Further, AKM said that the Pupil-Teacher Ratio is a critical metric in assessing the quality of education in the schools. It reminded the directives issued by the Department of School Education (DoSE) and stated that all private schools under Mokokchung District must strictly maintain the Pupil-Teacher Ratio (PTR) as stipulated by the Right to Education (RTE) Act, 2009 for providing quality education and fostering a conducive learning environment.
Schools with high enrolment of students must ensure that additional classrooms are provided to accommodate the students in smaller sections, adhering to the following norms:- Primary level – 30:1, Upper Primary level – 35:1, Secondary and Higher secondary level – 40:1.
“These directives should come into effect from this academic year. Noncompliance will attract appropriate action as per regulations set by the Directorate of School Education,” AKM cautioned
Further, the AKM also urged all the government employees in Mokokchung district to be present at their designated posting place during the official working hours/days.
“Public servants are vital to the progress and development of our state and must ensure that essential services reach every citizen efficiently. Failure to comply with this appeal by the concerned officials will result in necessary actions being initiated against them,” it stated.