The recent rationalization of schools and teachers in Dhamtari district has led to significant improvements, particularly in schools that previously had limited teaching resources. A total of 133 schools, out of 170 that were operating with just one teacher, have now been allocated additional educators. This initiative directly addresses the issue of teacher shortages in remote regions, where the absence of teachers had a detrimental impact on education quality. As a result of the rationalization, teacher appointments have been made in three primary and four middle schools that previously lacked any teaching staff. In addition, 111 high and higher secondary schools across the district now have specialized teachers for mathematics and science, fostering a more robust learning environment for students.
The implementation of the state government’s guidelines regarding teacher deployment has been finalized, with the counseling of surplus teachers completed. Consequently, remote schools and those with single teachers are now receiving new teachers, thus ensuring a higher standard of education for all students. Prior to the rationalization, there was an imbalance in teacher distribution, with some schools in the district having more teachers than needed, while schools in remote areas were understaffed. This disparity adversely affected the studies of many students. The lack of specialized teachers in crucial subjects like mathematics, science, chemistry, and physics created learning difficulties for students, a problem that the district administration has now rectified.
Collector Abinash Mishra reported that the initiative has successfully addressed teacher shortages in 111 schools by appointing subject-specific teachers where needed. The rationalization has resolved teacher deficiencies in remote areas, including the South Magarlod Nagari block and submerged regions. The enthusiastic response from local representatives, parents, and schoolchildren following the placement of teachers shows the positive impact. The challenges students faced in their studies are expected to be resolved, leading to better educational quality.
At Atang Primary School, which had 121 students with only two teachers, three new teachers have been added. The Government Naveen Primary School Premnagar Atang, located 4 km from Kurud block headquarters, was operating with just two teachers. The school’s management committee, along with the sarpanch and parents, had consistently sought additional teachers. The government’s rationalization has resulted in the appointment of three new assistant teachers, which has brought joy to the school management committee members and parents.