Services of 70 Guest Teachers in TMBU Terminated Based on Inquiry Report; Protest by Dissatisfied Teachers Continues, While 9 of These Teachers Have Been Selected Through BSUSC
Bhagalpur, Special Correspondent: A tremor has recently shaken the administrative corridors of Tilka Manjhi Bhagalpur University (TMBU) regarding the termination of guest teachers' services. In a major action based on a special inquiry committee's report, the university administration has terminated the services of 70 guest teachers. Following this sudden and harsh decision, intense anger has erupted among the affected teachers, who are staging continuous sit-ins and protests demanding reinstatement and justice. However, amidst this entire turn of events, a positive aspect has also emerged: out of these dismissed teachers, 9 have been selected as regular assistant professors through the new and transparent recruitment process of the Bihar State University Service Commission (BSUSC).
What is the Whole Matter? Background of the Inquiry Report and Service Termination
A high-level process has been underway for the past few months at Tilka Manjhi Bhagalpur University regarding the appointment, roster compliance, and educational qualifications of guest teachers:
Basis of the Inquiry Report: An inquiry committee was formed to review previous complaints received by the university administration and examine rule compliance. The report submitted by the committee revealed that guest teachers had been appointed in several colleges by flouting rules or violating roster provisions.
Departure of 70 Teachers: Based on the recommendations of this inquiry report, the TMBU administration issued an official order terminating the services of 70 guest teachers in a single stroke. Panic has rippled through the university campus and related departments following this order.
Teachers' Anger Erupts: Sit-In Protest Before the Administrative Building
Grieved by the termination of their services, the guest teachers have continuously resorted to protest, vociferously raising their voices against the university administration:
Indefinite Sit-In: The affected teachers have been sitting on a dharna for several days in front of the main gate and administrative building of the university headquarters. They allege that without being given a hearing and without any concrete administrative fault on their part, they are being made scapegoats.
Crisis of Livelihood: The protesting teachers stated that they had been serving universities with complete dedication and honesty for several years. Being suddenly deprived of their jobs has plunged them and their families into severe financial and mental distress. They have strongly demanded that the university administration reconsider its decision.
A Ray of Relief: Regular Selection of 9 Teachers Through BSUSC
Amidst this entire upheaval and tense situation, a very pleasant and reassuring piece of news has also come to light:
Regular Appointment: Among the 70 guest teachers whose services were terminated, 9 meritorious teachers are included who successfully cleared the rigorous selection process of the Bihar State University Service Commission (BSUSC) on the basis of their hard work and merit.
Return as Assistant Professors: These 9 teachers have now been selected as regular assistant professors in various universities. Academic experts believe that even though their services as guest teachers were terminated, their selection to regular posts through the commission proves that they are academically fully qualified and competent.
University Administration's Stance and Future Outlook
Administrative officials of TMBU state that this action was not taken out of any personal vendetta, but was compelled by the inquiry report conducted in compliance with high court directives and state government rules. Officials also clarified that if any teacher possesses valid and concrete documents or explanations regarding their appointment, they can present their case through proper channels, which will be considered in accordance with the rules.
This case of service termination of guest teachers at TMBU in Bhagalpur has turned into a major conflict between the university's internal system, rule compliance, and the future of teachers. On one hand, teachers angered by the loss of their jobs are staging sit-ins to appeal for justice, while on the other hand, the success of the 9 teachers regularly selected through BSUSC inspires hope that talent ultimately secures its rightful place. In the days to come, it will be interesting to see what final stance the university administration adopts regarding the demands of these agitating teachers.
