Naga Research Scholars’ Forum Shillong condemns bias appointment of assistant professors

• DIMAPUR — The Naga Research Scholars’ Forum Shillong (NRSFS) has expressed deep concern over the recent appointments of assistant professors in the Higher Education Department without adhering to the proper protocol and due procedure under the Nagaland Public Service Commission (NPSC).
  
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• While extending support to the Dimapur Naga Students’ Union (DNSU), NRSFS has strongly condemned the biased appointments of assistant professors in the Higher Education department.
  
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• An update from NRSFS stated that recruitment of candidates to those posts without subjecting them to the mandated NPSC process was a harsh blow to the aspirations of dedicated and deserving candidates, who have tirelessly committed themselves to academic excellence.

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• It added that such actions compromised not only the credibility of education system but also the future of the Naga youth. Besides, the Forum stated that it was a clear disregard and disservice to the hardworking scholars or aspiring educators, who have invested years building their qualifications.
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• It stated that the academic community deserves a recruitment system that recognises qualifications, upholds fairness and free from backdoor entries, political influence or favoritism.
  
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• “What future can we expect for the education system in Nagaland if qualified and committed individuals are denied the opportunity to impart knowledge, while unqualified and undeserving candidates — lacking the necessary academic credentials — occupy their rightful places? If this trend continues, the future of education in Nagaland looks dark and uncertain,” the Forum pointed out.
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• NRSFS has urged the state government to immediately address the injustice and restore the integrity of the recruitment process.
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• It demanded that the appointments made in violation be revoked immediately and that a thorough investigation be initiated to identify and hold accountable those responsible for the unthinkable action.
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• It also demanded a fair and transparent recruitment based on merit and nothing less adding that the standard of education cannot and must not be compromised for personal or political gain. It stated that the issue must be rectified without delay.
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• It further stated that NRSFS, as an academic forum, would remain committed to upholding the integrity of academia and always stand in support of those who courageously and boldly speak out against injustice.