A high-level delegation from the Insaf Teachers' Association (ITA) held a crucial meeting with Khyber Pakhtunkhwa's Minister for Elementary and Secondary Education, Arshad Ayub, in Peshawar on Tuesday. The discussion centered on pressing challenges within the teaching community and ongoing government reforms in the education sector.
Delegation Presents Key Demands
The ITA delegation, led by its provincial president Arslan Zahid, included General Secretary Siraj Sehar, Senior Vice President Abdul Basit, and Vice President Hayat Gul. They presented a comprehensive list of concerns affecting educators across the province.
The association highlighted several critical issues requiring immediate attention. These included significant delays in granting time-scale benefits and promotions to eligible teachers. The delegation also discussed matters related to new recruitments and urged improvements in the existing transfer policy to make it more transparent and fair.
Other major points raised involved the urgent need for providing basic facilities in schools, implementing reforms in the service structure, and resolving the longstanding problems faced by contract and ad hoc teachers. The ITA also brought up the IT promotion quota and various seniority-related matters that have caused discontent among the teaching staff.
Minister's Assurance and Commitment
Minister Arshad Ayub listened carefully to all the proposals and grievances presented by the teacher representatives. He assured the delegation that the provincial government is committed to resolving all legitimate problems faced by teachers.
The minister emphasized that the present government considers teachers the true architects of the nation, and their welfare remains a top priority. He acknowledged their vital role in shaping the future and promised concrete steps to address their concerns.
Expressing his full cooperation with the Insaf Teachers' Association, Minister Ayub promised to organize a comprehensive and detailed follow-up meeting. This meeting aims to find practical solutions for each issue raised by the delegation, ensuring a structured approach to problem-solving.
Association's Pledge for Continued Advocacy
On their part, the leaders of the Insaf Teachers' Association reaffirmed their organization's steadfast commitment. They pledged to continue their struggle with full determination for the protection of teachers' rights and the improvement of the education system in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa.
The association's leadership stated that they would work collaboratively with the government while persistently advocating for meaningful educational reforms. This meeting marks a significant step in the ongoing dialogue between the province's education authorities and its teaching workforce.
