Maharshi Dayanand University (MDU) in Rohtak is grappling with an unprecedented staffing crisis that threatens to compromise the quality of education and administrative efficiency at one of Haryana's premier educational institutions.
Alarming Vacancy Rates Plague University
Recent data reveals a staggering 57% vacancy in teaching positions across the university, with only 190 faculty members currently serving against a sanctioned strength of 445 teaching posts. The situation is equally dire for non-teaching staff, where 55% of positions remain unfilled.
Department-Wise Breakdown Shows Critical Gaps
The staffing shortage affects virtually every department, creating an unsustainable workload for existing faculty members. Key departments are operating with skeleton staff, forcing professors to handle excessive teaching loads and administrative duties beyond their capacity.
Impact on Academic Quality and Student Services
The severe staff shortage has led to:
- Increased student-teacher ratio beyond UGC recommendations
- Delayed evaluation of examination papers
- Reduced research output and academic publications
- Compromised quality of classroom teaching
- Administrative bottlenecks affecting student services
Long-Standing Issue Reaches Critical Point
University authorities acknowledge the problem has been persisting for years but has now reached a critical juncture. The institution has repeatedly approached the state government for permission to fill vacant positions, but bureaucratic delays and procedural hurdles have prevented meaningful progress.
Non-Teaching Staff Shortage Compounds Problems
The university's administrative machinery is equally strained, with only 544 non-teaching staff managing operations against a sanctioned strength of 1,208 positions. This shortage affects everything from library services to examination coordination and student support systems.
Call for Immediate Government Intervention
Education experts and university stakeholders are urging the Haryana government to intervene urgently. They emphasize that continued neglect of the staffing crisis could permanently damage the university's academic reputation and affect the future of thousands of students relying on MDU for quality education.
The situation at Maharshi Dayanand University serves as a wake-up call for higher education institutions across India, highlighting the urgent need for streamlined recruitment processes and sustained government support to maintain educational standards.
