State Government Faces Embarrassment Over Education Department Controversies
Rajya Sabha member Sushil Modi has criticized the state government for delaying the removal of KK Pathak, Additional Chief Secretary of the Education Department. Modi warned that the longer Pathak remains in his position, the more obstacles the government will face in its efforts to improve education. The department has been embroiled in various controversies ever since Pathak assumed his role.
Modi highlighted that Pathak’s clashes with the Education Minister resulted in the Minister not attending office for 22 days. Moreover, the Education Department opposed a four-year degree course proposed by Raj Bhavan, leading to further conflicts.
Chief Minister Urged to Take Action
Modi called on the Chief Minister to address the issue promptly, citing several concerning activities. These activities include the suspension of the Vice-Chancellor-Pro-Chancellor’s salary, the Education Department issuing an advertisement for the appointment of six Vice-Chancellors two weeks after Raj Bhavan’s advertisement, the cancellation of holidays for Hindu festivals, and the challenging of the Chancellor-cum-Governor’s authority.
Pathak’s Removal is Necessary, Says Sushil Modi
Modi emphasized the need to remove KK Pathak if the government intends to foster a productive working relationship between the education minister and Raj Bhavan. He highlighted controversial orders made by Pathak, such as withholding the Vice Chancellor’s salary and canceling school holidays, which had to be revoked by the government. Pathak had previously stepped down from the education department in 2010.
Education Department Plans to Support State Schools
The Education Department has developed a plan to provide academic support to government schools in the state. KK Pathak, the Additional Chief Secretary of the Education Department, will review the academic needs of these schools on Thursday. The department has requested all districts to provide information on the number of subject-specific teachers required in schools, with the aim of ensuring that children’s education is not affected by a shortage of teachers.
Guest Teachers to be Utilized to Address Teacher Shortage
In light of the shortage of science, mathematics, and English teachers, especially in primary, secondary, and higher secondary schools, principals have been instructed to employ guest teachers until regular appointments can be made. The Education Department has asked the districts to provide a report on this matter to determine the next steps to be taken.
News Summary:
– Rajya Sabha member Sushil Modi criticizes the state government for delaying the removal of KK Pathak, Additional Chief Secretary of the Education Department.
– Modi highlights the conflicts between Pathak and the Education Minister, as well as clashes with Raj Bhavan over the four-year degree course.
– Sushil Modi urges the Chief Minister to take action against Pathak and address concerning activities in the Education Department.
– The Education Department plans to provide academic support to government schools, with KK Pathak reviewing their needs.
– Districts are requested to report on the number of subject-specific teachers required to address the shortage and ensure uninterrupted education.
– Guest teachers will be utilized until regular appointments can be made to overcome the shortage of science, mathematics, and English teachers.
