The unending delay
By: Dr Mudasir Ahmad Gori
The academic arrangement candidates in Jammu and Kashmir are caught in a web of uncertainty and chaos regarding the long-awaited salary revision. Despite claims of approval from the Minister of Education, the implementation of the order remains in limbo.
This has led to widespread anxiety, frustration, and speculation among those whose livelihoods depend on this clarity. The situation demands an urgent explanation from the authorities to clear the air of confusion and rumors.
It is important to acknowledge that Academic arrangement candidates have been contributing tirelessly to the education sector, ensuring uninterrupted teaching in colleges across Jammu and Kashmir.
However, their compensation remains a matter of contention. Reports suggest that the order for a salary increase has been approved, yet it has not been implemented, leaving the candidates wondering.
Such a situation raises serious questions about administrative accountability. If the salary hike order has indeed been sanctioned, what is preventing its implementation? Is it bureaucratic red tape, a lack of funds, or mere negligence? If the order has been approved then who is responsible for the delay? What is stopping the officials from implementing the orders? What are its limitations? Is the Finance Section or the Directorate of Colleges in Jammu and Kashmir holding back the process? Is the Nodal Principal of the respective divisions responsible for the bottleneck? All of these questions may be answered publicly to avoid any discrepancy. Let there be a state of transparency.
One may reach to a concession that there is probably the issue of lack of communication and transparency. Despite the supposed approval by the Minister of Education, the concerned authorities have not provided a definitive timeline or explanation for the delay. The finance section and the nodal principals of the respective divisions seem to be passing the buck, leaving academic arrangement candidates in a state of limbo.
The delay has had a profound impact on the mental well-being of academic arrangement candidates. Many of them rely solely on this income to support their families. The ambiguity surrounding their salary revision not only affects their financial stability but also their morale. Instead of focusing on their professional responsibilities, they are forced to grapple with anxiety and uncertainty.
It is imperative for the concerned authorities to clear the air of rumours regarding the following things:
- Clarify the Current Status: Provide a clear statement on whether the salary revision has been approved and, if so, what is causing the delay.
- Identify the Responsible Entity: Pinpoint the department or individual accountable for the hold-up—be it the Finance Section or Directorate of Colleges or the Nodal Principals of the both divisions.
- Set a Timeline: Ensure that a timeline for implementation is communicated to the candidates to alleviate their fears.
- Ensure Transparency: The authorities should publish official updates to curb the spread of rumors.
The education sector in Jammu and Kashmir cannot thrive without the dedication of its academic arrangement candidates. It is the responsibility of the Directorate of Colleges, the Finance Department, and the Nodal Principals to resolve this issue swiftly and transparently. The delay not only undermines the candidates but also tarnishes the credibility of the administrative system.
It is to be understood that the lingering uncertainty surrounding salary revisions for academic arrangement candidates is unacceptable. The concerned authorities must act decisively to clear the air, address the discrepancy, and implement the order without further delay. Only then can the academic arrangement candidates of Jammu and Kashmir live peacefully and continue to serve the education sector with the dedication it deserves.
As a part of Academic Arrangement Community, I assume it my moral responsibility and duty to request as well urge the authorities to prioritize this matter and ensure that justice is served. Time is of the essence, and every delay adds to the frustration of those who have given their all to the cause of education. May the good sense prevail?
(The author can be reached @ mudasirgori87@gmail.com)
