69000 Teacher Recruitment: Candidates protest in Lucknow after failing to receive appointments despite court orders
In Uttar Pradesh, 2249 candidates from the 69,000 teacher recruitment drive staged a protest in Lucknow to demand their appointments. On Monday, the candidates gathered outside the Basic Education Directorate and the Director General's office. They alleged that despite clear court orders, they have not yet received their appointment letters, causing them significant distress and uncertainty regarding their future.
VIMARSHNAARAD TVOn Monday, 2249 candidates associated with the 69,000 teacher recruitment drive raised their voices in Lucknow. The candidates gathered in front of the Basic Education Directorate and the Director General's office to demand their long-awaited appointments. They staged a sit-in protest to register their grievances against the administration.
The protesting candidates stated that they have completed all necessary formalities required for the recruitment process. Despite this, they have not been granted appointments. They pointed out that the court has already issued orders regarding this matter, yet the department has failed to take any concrete action.
Candidates alleged that the court's directives are being ignored. These young individuals, who have been waiting for their appointments for a long time, expressed that they are facing significant mental and financial distress. They have demanded that the government issue their appointment letters without further delay.
According to the Amar Ujala Network, the candidates chanted slogans in support of their demands during the protest. They declared that they would not remain silent until their appointments are confirmed. The presence of a large number of candidates outside the office drew significant attention from the administration.
Security arrangements were observed around the office premises due to the protest. The candidates attempted to meet with officials to present their case. They have demanded that the Basic Education Department take immediate cognizance of the matter and complete the recruitment process.
The struggle of these teacher recruitment candidates has been ongoing for quite some time. They have raised their concerns on various platforms, but the lack of a resolution has led to widespread frustration. Monday's protest reflects this deep-seated disappointment and their persistent demand for justice.
Currently, there has been no official statement from the department regarding this issue. The candidates remain firm in their demands and have warned that they will intensify their agitation if they do not receive their appointment letters soon.