Minister Rajen orders action against 'wayward' headmaster
Source: Chronicle News Service / DIPR
Imphal, May 26 2021:
Education minister S Rajen Singh has said that appropriate action will be taken against the headmaster of Singa Upper Primary School for not complying with the state government's order during this pandemic period.
Speaking to media persons at his Salam residence on Wednesday, minister Rajen informed that amid the crisis situation he has received report of conducting coaching class in Upper Primary School, Singa in Thoubal district through the local dailies.
A students' organisation, while conducting a surprise visit after receiving complaint in this regard found conduct of coaching class in the said school, he added.
Minister Rajen maintained that "we are at a very critical period because of COVID-19 pandemic.
Our priority at this juncture, is to save lives of our people.
It is very unfortunate if any individual or official disrespects the order of the government during this very pandemic hour" .
He said that Director of Education (S) has been instructed to take up appropriate action against such government officials.
Action will also be taken up against the private school authorities by cancelling recognition if found violating government orders, the minister added.