School supplies delayed: Dimapur Naga Students' Union demands action against erring contractors

• DIMAPUR — Expressing deep concern at the delayed distribution of essential school supplies, the Dimapur Naga Students' Union (DNSU) has appealed to the department concerned and the contractors to expedite the release of notebooks and uniforms to the government schools.
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• “This delay is severely impacting the academic progress of students, particularly those from economically disadvantaged backgrounds...The persistent delay not only disrupts the learning process but also undermines the fundamental right to education,” it stated in a press release issued on Thursday.
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• The union called for a thorough investigation into the cause of the delay accompanied by strict action against any erring suppliers or contractors.
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• “Implement measures to prevent such delays in the future, ensuring timely delivery of supplies for subsequent academic years,” it added.
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• Also, the DNSU appealed to all educational institutions to cease the practice of charging exorbitant fees for transfer certificates.
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• “The DNSU has also received numerous complaints regarding educational institutions charging exorbitant fees for the issuance of transfer certificates. This practice is a clear violation of the Right of Children to Free and Compulsory Education Act, 2009,” it stated.

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• The union urged the educational institutions to adhere strictly to the provisions of the RTE Act, 2009.
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• “Implement a transparent fee structure for all administrative procedures, ensuring fairness and accessibility,” it suggested.