TET-2 qualified youths intensify protests demanding immediate teacher recruitment, alleging delays despite government notifications. Police detained demonstrators as tensions rose, highlighting frustration over unfilled vacancies and unresolved appeals to authorities amid an ongoing education staffing crisis.
Unemployed youths who successfully cleared the Teacher Eligibility Test (TET-2) once again took to the streets, intensifying their agitation over delayed recruitment processes. The protest, held in the busy City Centre area, saw participation from a large number of young men and women demanding immediate appointment to teaching positions.
The demonstrators gathered peacefully at first, raising slogans and holding placards that highlighted their long-standing grievances. However, the situation escalated when the protesters attempted to march towards the residence of the state’s Finance Minister to press their demands directly. Police personnel intervened promptly, halting the rally before it could proceed further.
As tensions mounted, several protesters were detained by the police to prevent any disruption of law and order. The detained individuals were later taken to the AD Nagar ground, where authorities continued to monitor the situation closely. Despite the intervention, the protesters remained firm in their demands, accusing the government of unnecessary delays in completing the recruitment process.
According to the demonstrators, the government had issued recruitment notifications nearly a year ago, announcing 1,033 vacancies under TET-1 along with additional posts under TET-2. However, the process remains incomplete, leaving thousands of qualified candidates in uncertainty. Protesters pointed out that around 1,400 candidates had successfully cleared the TET-1 examination, yet final appointments have not been made.
The agitating youths expressed deep frustration over what they described as administrative inaction. Many claimed that they have repeatedly appealed to the Chief Minister and other concerned ministers, but their concerns have not been addressed effectively. The lack of progress, they said, has forced them to escalate their protest in order to draw attention to their plight.
“Our only demand is immediate recruitment. We have qualified through a legitimate process, yet we are being denied opportunities,” one protester said, emphasizing the urgency of the issue. Another participant highlighted the broader implications, stating that the delay is not only affecting job seekers but also contributing to a severe shortage of teachers in schools across the state.
The protesters argued that timely recruitment would not only provide employment to deserving candidates but also strengthen the education system, which is currently grappling with inadequate staffing. They urged the government to act swiftly and transparently to complete the pending recruitment process.
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As the agitation continues, the issue has once again brought attention to the challenges faced by qualified but unemployed youths. With no clear timeline from the authorities, the protesters have vowed to continue their movement until their demands are met, signaling the possibility of further demonstrations in the coming days.
