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Time of India
5 days ago
- Politics
- Time of India
335 UP Board schools to lose recognition over zero enrollment
Prayagraj: In a major move aimed at improving the quality and effectiveness of education in the state, the Uttar Pradesh Board of Secondary Education (UP Board) has planned to revoke the recognition of 335 schools due to zero student enrollment over the past three years. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now These schools will receive notices to explain their situation, and if no valid reasons are provided, their recognition will be withdrawn. The UP Board had granted recognition to these schools, but they failed to attract students and didn't have any candidates for High School and Intermediate exams. To optimize resource allocation and ensure schools serve their designated areas, the UP Board is revoking recognition. This process is expected to conclude before the 2026 board exams. UP Board Secretary Bhagwati Singh said that strict action would be taken according to the rules against these non-functional schools. This move follows a similar effort in Dec 2022, when former secretary Dibyakant Shukla identified 178 schools with zero enrolment and served notices, leading to the cancellation of their recognition. Additionally, schools where mass cheating was detected during the 10th and 12th board exams may also face revocation of recognition. The Uttar Pradesh Public Examination (Prevention of Malpractices) Act, 2024, introduced tougher penalties, and the first board exams under this act were conducted in 2025. In another significant development, the UP Board granted recognition to 32 new unaided secondary schools across the state. Some of these schools have been approved for additional classes and subjects. The UP Board's recognition committee earlier sent proposals for 41 schools, out of which nine were not granted recognition. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now This recognition is for the 2027 academic year, and registration for students in these schools has already begun. Prior to this, 87 unaided schools were granted recognition on June 25, 2025. Teachers' Union seeks revocation of online attendance rule A delegation from the Thakurai faction of the Secondary Teachers' Union submitted a memorandum to secretary Bhagwati Singh, demanding the revocation of the recent order regarding online attendance for teachers in UP Board schools. The union, led by state general secretary Lalmani Dwivedi, requested that the order issued on June 30 be rescinded. If the board does not comply, the union will hold a meeting on July 27 to decide the next course of action. The online attendance mandate has raised concerns among teachers, especially in rural areas where internet connectivity is poor.
Al Sahwa
22-05-2025
- Politics
- Al Sahwa
Yemeni Educator: Teachers Face Unprecedented Challenges Amid Economic Crisis
A leading Yemeni educator has warned that teachers are facing one of the toughest periods in their profession, with salaries barely covering basic needs, leading to a decline in the quality of education. Yaser Tanaf bin Taleb, head of the Teachers' Union in Hadhramout, said the current economic situation has forced many teachers to take on additional jobs to make ends meet, negatively impacting their performance and the overall educational process. The union has launched initiatives to support teachers, including discounted healthcare services and housing projects. Bin Taleb emphasized the need for sustainable solutions to address the crisis, including improved salaries and working conditions. The educator also highlighted the dire state of educational infrastructure, with many schools lacking basic facilities and training programs for teachers. The union's efforts to push for reforms have included a six-month strike, which drew attention to the plight of teachers. Bin Taleb stressed the importance of building partnerships with local authorities to achieve meaningful change and improve the education sector.
Shafaq News
08-04-2025
- Politics
- Shafaq News
Iraqi government backs protesting teachers' demands
Shafaq News/ On Tuesday, Iraq's cabinet approved a package of reforms aimed at improving pay, housing, and working conditions for educators, following days of protests across central and southern provinces. Chaired by Prime Minister Mohammed Shia al-Sudani and attended by Teachers' Union head Uday Hatem al-Issawi, the session focused on measures to address long-standing demands from the education sector. The cabinet approved a review of eligibility for salary increases and promotions based on previously uncredited service. It also endorsed the allocation of land plots to teaching staff in Baghdad and other provinces. A committee, including representatives from the Teachers' Union, will oversee the development of dedicated residential areas for education employees. Transport stipends for supervisors will be funded from local directorate budgets, and schools will receive a 100,000-dinar ($76.43) payment each academic term to support administrative operations. The government also ordered the full enforcement of the Teacher Protection Law (Law 8 of 2018). The Ministry of Education has been tasked with surveying schools located more than 100 kilometers (62 miles) from city centers and proposing appropriate support measures. To improve living conditions, the cabinet also authorized low-interest loans through public banks for education personnel. Iraq's education system faces continued challenges, including staff shortages, overcrowded classrooms, and limited infrastructure, particularly in rural and post-conflict areas. The government, however, has introduced reforms under a national strategy running through 2031.
