NIN 365, News Desk, Kolkata :
Trouble Brews as Schools in Disarray Over Student Registrations;
In a twist of fate for several schools in a nonchalant state, the reverberations of a recent directive by Justice Biswajit Basu of the Kolkata High Court have left school principals grappling with an unexpected burden. The directive stipulates that, for the ongoing registration process in the ninth grade under the Secondary Education Board, principals must bear the cost from their own pockets if the registration fails to materialize. Unsurprisingly, a few schools have chosen to remain indifferent to this obligation.
In response, the Secondary Education Board has issued a guideline, instructing non-judicial stamp papers of 10 Taka to be used by principals to affirm that registration for all ninth-grade students in their schools has been completed. The registration window was open until September 13, and a grace period for late fees was extended until December 31. However, some schools seem undeterred by this, leading to heightened uncertainty for students preparing for their secondary exams.
Subsequently, Justice Basu has mandated a stringent penalty for the concerned school principals. Those who have failed to ensure the registration of over 200,000 students collectively will face fines exceeding 100,000 Taka. Among them, the principal of Bhagabanpur K.S. High School, Ataur Rahman, is to pay more than 120,000 Taka. The Board alleges that 24 students from this school were not registered, a claim contested by the school authorities.
Moreover, Swati Basu, the principal of Hugli’s Binapani Balika Vidyalaya, is confronted with a penalty exceeding ten thousand Taka for a single unregistered student. Meanwhile, the principal of Saint Mary’s High School in Asansol, Monika Sarkar, faces a fine exceeding 25,000 Taka for a similar lapse. The Board is set to compile and submit this information to the court on Thursday.
The Ripple Effect: Students Caught in the Crossfire
As the legal battle ensues, the repercussions are palpable for the students caught in the crossfire. Uncertainty looms over their academic future, with the looming threat of their secondary exams being jeopardized. The unintended victims of this administrative tussle find themselves grappling with anxiety and distress, unsure of their educational fate.
The situation is further exacerbated by the fact that some schools continue to resist the registration process, seemingly indifferent to the toll it takes on the students. This defiance has resulted in a precarious situation where the futures of many students hang in the balance due to the negligence of a few school authorities.
Justice Prevails: Court’s Stringent Decision
In response to the non-compliance of certain schools, Justice Basu has handed down a resolute verdict. Principals found guilty of failing to register their students now face substantial fines, signaling a clear message that administrative negligence will not be tolerated.
The stringent measures underscore the court’s commitment to ensuring that students are not collateral damage in the administrative tussle. The fines imposed on the principals serve as a deterrent and a stark reminder of the responsibility school authorities bear in safeguarding the academic interests of their students.
Conclusion: A Lesson Learned the Hard Way
As the legal battle unfolds and the court’s decisions reverberate through school corridors, one cannot help but reflect on the collateral damage inflicted on innocent students. The saga highlights the delicate balance between administrative responsibilities and the welfare of the students. It serves as a cautionary tale for schools across the region, emphasizing the imperative of prioritizing the educational journey of their students over administrative negligence.
In the end, the episode underscores the importance of a proactive and responsible approach from educational authorities to ensure that bureaucratic hurdles do not derail the aspirations of young minds. As the legal proceedings continue, one can only hope that the lessons learned from this saga will resonate, leading to a more conscientious and student-centric approach in the future.
DISCLAIMER
Our news media denounces any form of bias and disapproves of sensationalism. The disseminated news is entirely educational and aimed at social awareness. Our media maintains absolute impartiality, adhering solely to the purpose of education and social consciousness.
