Hubballi: The Supreme Court’s ruling dated May 29 on the Teachers Eligibility Test (TET) has raised concerns over the job security and prospects of nearly 17 lakh teachers across the country. The Centre must intervene immediately to safeguard their rightful benefits, said Sandeep Budihal, president of Karnataka Rajya Madhyamika Shikshaka Sangha.
Addressing reporters on Saturday, Sandip said exempting teachers appointed before Aug 23, 2010, from the TET requirement is reasonable. However, applying norms introduced later to earlier appointments would undermine the rights of thousands of teachers.
He added that the recent Supreme Court ruling could put the jobs of lakhs of teachers appointed before 2010, who have been serving for years, at risk. He warned that this may lead to financial and social distress for many families and adversely impact teachers’ morale.
Budihal said a nationwide awareness drive and campaign is being launched to seek a review of the court order. He added that a representation will be submitted to the Prime Minister and Union education minister through the deputy commissioner on June 18.
State governor Shivapuji Koti and state secretary Sridhar Patil were present.
