Stop insulting our teachers: MLA Baramulla

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Terms CEO Poonch, Kupwara directive a "Humiliation"

Muhammad Adnan

Srinagar, Dec 10: Member of Legislative Assembly Javaid Hassan Baig on Wednesday lashed out at School Education Department (SED) for insulting the teachers saying that certain officials were humiliating the teaching community which is the foundation of our society.

In a post on social media, MLA Baramulla said that while sharing thoughts and opinions is important, real transformation happens when like-minded individuals unite in collective action.

"When intellectuals and influential leaders collaborate toward a common purpose, they have the power to drive meaningful and lasting change in society," he said.

He said that every single day, millions of harmless and sentient animals are slaughtered for our consumption — yet their suffering barely gets a moment of our attention. 

"At the same time, while dogs also have a right to live, public safety cannot be compromised," he said 

He said that protecting genuinely dangerous animals in the name of activism — often driven by publicity rather than responsibility — puts human lives at risk.

"Compassion must be balanced with common sense," he said.

He said that in the midst of all this, even the teachers — "rhe very foundation of our society — are being insulted and humiliated by certain officials."

"When we disrespect our educators, we weaken the future of our children and our nation," he said.

Notably, the teachers in both government and private schools will now act as the Nodal Officers for management of Stray Dogs who will be also responsible for reporting dog sightings besides the incidents related to stray dogs.

As per the official communication issued by Chief Education Officer (CEO) Poonch, all the Drawing and Disbursing Officers (DDOs) and Heads of the Institutions (HoIs) of Government and Private Schools of this district have been directed to nominate one Nodal Officer in their respective offices and schools for timely monitoring and coordination regarding issues related to stray dogs in and around the premises.

"The Nodal Officer shall be responsible for reporting sightings and incidents related to stray dogs and coordinate with the concerned Municipal, Animal Husbandry, Local Bodies for necessary action," reads an official communication signed by CEO Poonch.

Similarly, CEO Kupwara has also issued an official communication to all the Principals, ZEOs and headmasters with the instructions to display signage boards bearing the message "Beware of Dogs" at prominent places in and outside school premises to create awareness regarding stray dogs.

"Moreover, you are further directed to nominate as school nodal officer for the said purpose and submit compliance report," it reads.

Earlier, the litigation section of the Directorate of School Education Kashmir (DSEK) in an official communication informed all the CEOs that Supreme Court Of India has issued explicit directions to the Administrative Department to ensure the safety and protection of students and staff from incidents of stray dog attacks within educational premises.

"In compliance with these directions, all Chief Education Officers shall immediately initiate necessary administrative measures in both Government and recognised private institutions under their jurisdiction," the official communication reads.

The CEOs have been asked to ensure that a Nodal Officer is nominated for each institution to supervise the up keeping, sanitation, and cleanliness of the school premises and shall also ensure that no stray dogs enter or remain within the campus and shall coordinate with local authorities wherever required.

"The Schools Heads shall conduct awareness programmes for students, teachers, and non-teaching staff on safety measures and responsible behaviour to prevent stray dog encounters," the official document reads.

"The HoIs shall also strengthen preventive mechanisms, including proper waste management, boundary checks, and regular monitoring of vulnerable areas within the school premises," it reads.

The DSEK has termed the matter urgent in terms of public safety and of direct concern to the welfare of children.

"All CEOs are requested to monitor the implementation strictly and furnish a consolidated Action Taken Report to this office within four days positively, without any fail," reads the official communication issued by the Directorate.