Bandipora: A surprise inspection of multiple schools across the Gurez Sub-Division revealed unauthorized absence of several teachers, prompting the Sub-Divisional Field Manager (SFM) Gurez to seek disciplinary action, officials said.
According to a communiqué addressed to the Deputy Commissioner Bandipora, a copy of which is in possession of the news agency JKNS, the SDM Gurez conducted the inspection on April 5, 2025, at the following institutions of Boys Higher Secondary School Dawar. Girls Higher Secondary School Dawar. High School Chorwan. High School Achoora. Middle School Chorwan. Middle School Mastan. Eklavya Model Residential School Gurez.
The inspection revealed that a significant number of teachers were absent from their duties without authorization, leaving students unattended and disrupting the academic environment.
The SFM noted in the letter that this absenteeism has triggered resentment among the parents, who are reportedly protesting the negligence by the teaching staff.
In view of the situation, the SFM has recommended strict disciplinary action under relevant rules against the absentee staff to ensure accountability and improve the education system in the area.
The list of absent teachers has been enclosed with the communiqué for necessary action by the concerned authorities. (JKNS)
