Srinagar, Mar 21 : The Directorate of School Education Kashmir (DSEK) has launched an inquiry into the 21-year unauthorized absence of a teacher, Arsullah Habib, from Primary School Aragam, Bandipora. The move follows DSEK’s recent directive for the repatriation of teaching and non-teaching staff to their actual postings.
Despite orders, several teachers were found reluctant to rejoin their schools. A preliminary report from the District Vigilance Officer and Deputy CEO Bandipora revealed the need for a deeper probe. Joint Director (North) Hakeem Tanveer has been appointed as the inquiry officer to investigate the prolonged absence and the role of monitoring officials.
The officer has been directed to submit a report with recommendations within 10 days. Meanwhile, DSEK has constituted zonal, district, and divisional committees to monitor teacher attendance and school performance, with monthly reports to be submitted for further action.
Notably, Arsullah Habib had managed to secure an additional assignment in the Deputy Commissioner’s office after the repatriation orders were issued.
