Vice-Chancellor Appeals to Teachers to Prioritize Students' Future
Darbhanga: A dignified program was recently organized in the historic Jubilee Hall located on the Lalit Narayan Mithila University (LNMU) campus. The event was an introductory meet for the newly elected executive committee of the university’s teachers' association, known as 'LNMITA'. The event was attended by the university’s Vice-Chancellor, Registrar, senior professors, and the newly elected teacher representatives.
Highlights of the Event: The Vice-Chancellor's Address
Presiding over the ceremony, Vice-Chancellor Prof. Sanjay Kumar Chaudhary congratulated the newly elected office-bearers. In his address, he placed special emphasis on improving the university's academic environment. Prof. Chaudhary stated, "Teachers and students are the two most important pillars of the temple of knowledge that is this university. It is the responsibility of the new executive committee not only to resolve teachers' grievances but also to work hand-in-hand with the administration for the overall development of the university."
He explicitly instructed that the interests of students must be given top priority. He added that conducting classes on time, the prompt publication of exam results, and focusing on students' skill development are the true achievements of the university.
Resolutions of the New Executive Committee
In their brief addresses, the newly elected President and General Secretary pledged to protect the dignity of teachers and maintain a democratic environment within the university. The executive committee focused on addressing the following key issues:
Teacher Promotions: Ensuring that the stalled promotion processes are completed in a time-bound manner.
Basic Infrastructure: Ensuring the availability of better resources for research and teaching across various university departments.
Communication: Acting as a 'bridge' between the Vice-Chancellor's office and the teaching community so that minor issues can be resolved through dialogue.
The Importance of the Academic Environment
Other speakers at the meet emphasized that Mithila University faces several challenges in the current era. Given the changing needs of the new generation of students, it is mandatory to reform curricula and adopt modern teaching methodologies.
The teachers collectively stated that if a peaceful and academic atmosphere is maintained in the university, it will directly benefit the students and improve the university's National Institutional Ranking Framework (NIRF) ranking.
Future Action Plan
At the conclusion of the ceremony, LNMITA hinted at the preparation of a detailed action plan. It was stated that a General Body Meeting of teachers would be called every three months to discuss the academic and administrative issues of the university. Additionally, a proposal was tabled to strengthen the 'Welfare Fund' for the benefit of teachers.
Key Takeaways from the Ceremony:
Positive Energy: An atmosphere of enthusiasm was observed among the teachers in Jubilee Hall, signaling a new beginning.
Administrative Cooperation: The presence of the Vice-Chancellor sent a clear message that the university administration is in favor of fostering a collaborative relationship with the teachers.
Collective Responsibility: The association acknowledged that demanding rights is not enough; the discharge of duties is equally essential.
The formation of the new executive committee of the Lalit Narayan Mithila University Teachers' Association could mark an important chapter in the university's history. If the call of Vice-Chancellor Prof. Sanjay Kumar Chaudhary and the resolve of the teachers align, it will undoubtedly have a positive impact on the university's academic quality. The students' future is the university's priority, and the active role of teachers will prove to be a milestone in this direction.
