Zeliang Students’ Union, Nagaland (ZLSU) has raised alarm on severe teacher shortage in government-run schools across Peren district, following its recent “Native Village visitation” from April 8–25.
In a press release, ZLSU president, Adv. Roland Iranggaung and general secretary, Keyinreu-lu, attributed the crisis to the suspension of rationalization orders, which has left affected teachers in limbo—neither returning to their previous posts nor reporting for new assignments.
Despite the department of School Education suspending these orders in February 2025, no replacement directives have been issued, exacerbating the staffing shortfall.
Therefore, ZLSU demanded that the displaced teachers must resume duties at their original postings immediately. The union warned that failing to comply before new directives are is-sued by the department, they will take all necessary measures to ensure accountability.
The department of School Education has been urged to issue revised rationalization orders that reflect current ground realities and prioritize student welfare.
Emphasising that students in government schools deserved the same educational opportuni-ties as their peers in private institutions, ZLSU called for swift government intervention to prevent further disruptions to their learning.
The union has also sought community involvement by appealing to parents, village councils, and community leaders to actively monitor teacher attendance and performance.
Meanwhile, ZLSU informed that during the “Native Village visitation”, they met over 500 stakeholders—including village council members, School Management Committee representa-tives, elders, women’s leaders, student activists, and youth—to discuss various community concerns beyond education.