Srinagar, Nov 4: The Directorate of Colleges, Higher Education Department, J&K has issued strict directions to all Principals of Government Degree Colleges to ensure adherence to attendance norms and prescribed working hours by all teaching and non-teaching staff.
As per Circular issued by Director Colleges, Prof. (Dr) Twinkle Suri, it has come to the notice of the Directorate that instances of non-adherence to prescribed working hours and unauthorised absence from duty are adversely affecting institutional discipline and the teaching-learning process.
All Principals have been directed to ensure strict compliance with attendance norms and prescribed working hours. Regular biometric attendance, punctuality and uninterrupted conduct of classes shall be ensured. No employee shall leave the college premises during working hours without prior permission of the competent authority, the circular reads.
The Heads of Institutions shall personally monitor compliance and ensure accountability. Any violation shall be viewed seriously and invite appropriate disciplinary action under the applicable rules.
Non-compliance with these directions or submission of incorrect information shall invite strict action against the officials responsible, under the applicable rules, it further reads.
