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Indian Express
a day ago
- Politics
- Indian Express
Amid acute teacher shortage in Jharkhand, many eligible aspirants say left out of recruitment process despite court directions
Even after the Jharkhand High Court's directive and a clear timeline to begin the recruitment of 6,000 upper primary school teachers, the Jharkhand Staff Selection Commission (JSSC) has invited only around 2,700 candidates for document verification. The process was meant to address the acute shortage of teachers across the state, but has triggered fresh conflict. Over 500 candidates, many of whom claim to have met the eligibility criteria, have been disqualified without a clear explanation. All of them belong to the Science category, whose document verification began in the first week of June, as per the High Court's instructions. One of the affected candidates, Yogendra Vishwakarma, from a Backward Class I community, told The Indian Express that he scored 58 percent, well above the required 34 percent for his category, but was still not invited for document verification. The same goes for Chandan Kumar, who secured 57 percent against the 40 percent required for the general category. Meanwhile, Yamuna Kumar Das, from a Scheduled Caste community, said he obtained 58.4 percent, compared to the 32 percent cutoff for SCs and STs candidates. 'We waited for years for this recruitment. Now, despite qualifying, we're being pushed out without reason. We will fight this legally,' said Vishwakarma. As per the High Court order, a total of 15,001 upper primary teachers are to be appointed, 5,000 each for Science, Arts and Language. The current issue pertains only to the Science category, where the verification process was initiated first. When contacted, JSSC member Pratap Singh acknowledged that fewer candidates were invited for verification in the science stream. 'The number of qualifying candidates in science was lower than the total number of posts available. Around 2,700 candidates were called, and the process has been completed for Science. However, we are open to reviewing cases,' he said. He added that the final merit list will clarify many concerns and if any genuinely qualified candidate has been left out, they will consider calling them for document verification in a second list. Singh also clarified that while the commission is trying to adhere to the Court's timeline, it may overshoot the deadline by up to two months due to the scale and complexity of the recruitment process. 'Currently, verification is underway for the social science category. Language and Arts subjects will be taken up afterward,' he said. This development comes after the High Court, in April, ordered the JSSC to expedite the recruitment of 26,000 school teachers, directing it to complete the appointment of upper primary teachers by the first week of July and primary teachers by mid-September. Earlier, during the April hearing, Chief Justice M. S. Ramachandra Rao had warned against delays, appointing the Attorney General to oversee the process. The Court's intervention came after a Public Interest Litigation (PIL) filed by economist and activist Dr. Jean Drèze and co-petitioner Paran Amitava, who highlighted Jharkhand's chronic teacher shortage and under-enforcement of the Right to Education Act, 2009. The Court that time also had asked the JSSC to submit a compliance report by June 30. More than 8,000 schools in Jharkhand continue to be run by a single teacher, despite the RTE mandate that each school must have at least two teachers and a pupil-teacher ratio not exceeding 30:1. Shubham Tigga hails from Chhattisgarh and studied journalism at the Asian College of Journalism. He previously reported in Chhattisgarh on Indigenous issues and is deeply interested in covering socio-political, human rights, and environmental issues in mainland and NE India. Presently based in Pune, he reports on civil aviation, other transport sectors, urban mobility, the gig economy, commercial matters, and workers' unions. You can reach out to him on LinkedIn ... Read More
India Today
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- India Today
'Panchayat Season 4'
Few can claim to be 'India's most loved show' and get away with it. The Viral Fever's Panchayat is that rare show which does have the bragging rights. Packed with wry observations on everyday life and human behaviour in the hinterland and memorable characters, the Amazon Prime Video series has entered its fourth season, an incredible feat in itself. Actor Neena Gupta credits the writing of Chandan Kumar and the work put in by director Deepak Kumar Mishra. 'Season after season, they do something special. I wait for the script. I don't know how they do it,' she says. 'We don't need to improvise; sab kuchh milta hai [everything's there in the script itself].' She further attributes apt casting for the show's success, which has seen actors become synonymous with their parts, with some even featuring in viral memes (type Binod, Bhushan and Bam Bahadur in Google and get ready for laughs).
News18
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- News18
Panchayat Writer Chandan Kumar Shares Big Update About Season 5: ‘We Already Have…'
Last Updated: Panchayat Season 5: Chandan Kumar mentioned in the interview that script and direction for Season 5 are ready. Currently, season 4 is being premiered Panchayat Season 5: One of the most popular web series, Panchayat has been entertaining the audience with its current season. The show and its actors have been ruling hearts for a long time. Recently, writer Chandan Kumar shared a big update about Season 5. He revealed that the direction and script are ready. In an exclusive conversation with India Today, writer Chandan Kumar said, 'The more seasons we do, the more expectations rise amongst fans. That is very challenging. Our attempt is not to do something completely out of the box. The story needs to be connected. There needs to be a prelude to everything that is happening. We don't do anything random. We keep things interconnected." 'The feedback was almost similar to what we had anticipated," Kumar reveals. 'Similarly, while Season 4 is releasing, we already have the direction and script for Season 5. We don't take the audience's love for granted. Every decision is made keeping in mind the world we've created and the people who've grown with it," he added. Recently, in an interview with Hindustan Times, Neena Gupta reflected on Panchayat's phenomenal success. She said, 'I could have never thought this would be so successful. The writing was good, which is why we all said yes to it. The cast was good and I knew many of them. It was fun. But I never imagined it would be such a grand success." Panchayat revolves around the story of Abhishek (Jitendra Kumar), an MBA aspirant who becomes the Panchayat Secretary of Phulera, a small village. Meanwhile, Neena Gupta plays the role of Manju Devi, the Panchayat chief. Panchayat season 4 boasts a talented ensemble cast, including Raghuvir Yadav, Faisal Malik, Chandan Roy, Sanvikaa, Durgesh Kumar, Sunita Rajwar, Ashok Pathak, and Pankaj Jha, alongside Jitendra Kumar and Neena Gupta. The latest season of Panchayat is now streaming on Amazon Prime Video. Panchayat 4 received mixed reviews from all. News18 Showsha gave the show a 4-star rating. 'The biggest letdown this season is the sluggish pacing and narrow focus. The entire narrative revolves around the election battle, with little to no development in the other subplots that once gave Panchayat its layered charm. We're left waiting until the second half of the final episode just to find out the election results, by then, the excitement has long worn off," a part of our review read. First Published:
India Today
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- India Today
Exclusive: Panchayat writer Chandan Kumar says direction for Season 5 is almost done
The quiet charm of 'Panchayat' has made it one of India's most beloved web series, grounded, heartwarming, and relatable. With Season 4 now released, the pressure to keep the story real and resonant is higher than ever. In an exclusive conversation with India Today, series writer Chandan Kumar opened up about the evolving challenges of building Phulera and managing expectations.'The more seasons we do, the more expectations rise amongst fans,' Kumar admits, acknowledging the delicate balance between creative storytelling and audience anticipation. 'That is very challenging. Our attempt is not to do something completely out of the box. The story needs to be connected. There needs to be a prelude to everything that is happening. We don't do anything random. We keep things interconnected.'advertisementRead Panchayat Season 4 review here In Season 4, the stakes are higher, the politics sharper, but the soul of the village remains unchanged. Interestingly, by the time viewers began reacting to Season 3, the makers had already filmed half of Season 4. 'The feedback was almost similar to what we had anticipated,' Kumar reveals. 'Similarly, while Season 4 is releasing, we already have the direction and script for Season 5." 'We don't take the audience's love for granted,' he says firmly. 'Every decision is made keeping in mind the world we've created and the people who've grown with it.'Panchayat Season 4 is now out and is receiving a mixed reaction from the audience.- Ends
India.com
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- India.com
Panchayat Season 4 X Twitter Review: Poll Takes Over Plot, Check Honest Reactions From Viewers
New Delhi: TVF's one of the most critically acclaimed web series Panchayat got immense love from fans across the country. Set against the rustic backdrop of rural India, Panchayat beautifully blends humour, emotion, and social commentary. With Season 4 streaming from today, we checked X (formerly called Twitter) for some first reactions of fans who watched the show: Panchayat Season 4 X Review The upcoming season promises an exciting political showdown in the village of Phulera. With the tensions between Manju Devi and Kranti Devi escalating, viewers can expect high-stakes drama and more political intrigue as the characters battle for control. Let's find out what the public has to say: #PanchayatSeason4 is a brilliant piece of storytelling that feels like pure cinema. The final moments are both heartbreaking and hopeful, making the wait for Season 5 incredibly tough. We truly need it as soon as possible!#PanchayatS4 — (@Wintrexxz) June 24, 2025 #PanchayatS4 - Not sharp but slices somewhat! Series as always scores well on the personal relationships & it's drama however this time turns more eventful concentrating on politics which feels half-baked working only in parts... Still finely engaging overall! ABOVE AVERAGE — Shreyas Srinivasan (@ShreyasS_) June 24, 2025 Just finished watching #PanchayatSeason4. Phulera politics has fully taken over the vibe. Lauki vs pressure cooker, samose diplomacy, and full desi-style election tamasha. The charm of old seasons is there... but only in flashes. Kabhi hasi aayi, kabhi laga yeh thoda zyada… — Yash Tiwari (@DrYashTiwari) June 24, 2025 #PanchayatSeason4 Review:- (+): Strong performances Emotionally rich storyline Love angle adds a nice touch (-): Feels boring in some parts, especially when compared to previous seasons.. Less comedy this time Story feels dragged... My Rating :- 3.75/5 — (@SRKzSanjay) June 23, 2025 Season 2 clinched Best Web Series OTT at the 54th International Film Festival of India. TVF has even remade the show in Tamil as Thalaivettiyaan Paalayam and Telugu as Sivarapalli. Panchayat Season 4 Cast Returning with its trademark humor, heart, and grounded storytelling, the latest season of Panchayat welcomes back its beloved ensemble cast, featuring Jitendra Kumar, Neena Gupta, Raghubir Yadav, Faisal Malik, Chandan Roy, Sanvikaa, Durgesh Kumar, Sunita Rajwar, and Pankaj Jha. Produced by The Viral Fever, Panchayat Season 4 is created by Deepak Kumar Mishra and Chandan Kumar, written by Chandan Kumar, and directed by Deepak Kumar Mishra and Akshat Vijaywargiya. Get ready for some heightened emotions as Panchayat Season 4 promises another unforgettable chapter in Phulera—streaming on Prime Video from June 24.
