08/08/2026
Sheikh Muneer Urges LG to Protect Rights of Private School Teachers, Calls for Fair Wages and Dignified Working Conditions
Social and political activist Sheikh Muneer has urged Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha to take concrete measures to safeguard the rights and welfare of private school teachers across Jammu and Kashmir, stressing that educators deserve fair wages, job security, timely salaries and a dignified working environment.
In a statement, Muneer said private school teachers are making a significant contribution to the education sector despite facing several challenges. He noted that many teachers work for long hours, shoulder heavy academic responsibilities and play a vital role in shaping the future of students, yet their financial and professional concerns often remain unaddressed.
Muneer appealed to the administration to strengthen the implementation of existing rules and ensure that private educational institutions provide teachers with salaries that are fair and commensurate with their qualifications, experience and workload. He also called for strict monitoring to prevent delays in salary payments and other forms of exploitation.
“Teachers are the foundation of a strong and educated society. Their contribution cannot be measured only in terms of classroom hours. They are responsible for building the knowledge, character and confidence of our children. Therefore, their rights, dignity and financial security must be protected,” Muneer said.
He also urged private school managements to maintain transparency in recruitment, appointment letters, salary structures, working hours and leave policies. He emphasized that teachers should have an accessible mechanism to raise genuine grievances without fear of discrimination or victimisation.
Muneer further called upon the concerned departments to conduct regular inspections of private educational institutions and ensure compliance with applicable labour and education norms.
He expressed hope that the Lieutenant Governor’s administration would consider the genuine concerns of private school teachers and take meaningful steps towards creating a fairer, more transparent and supportive education system. He said empowering teachers would ultimately strengthen schools, improve the quality of education and secure a brighter future for students across Jammu and Kashmir.
