Demand for upgrade of ad hoc schools, teachers to deficit system

By Our Reporter

SHILLONG, Sep 22: Hundreds of ad hoc teachers from across Meghalaya launched an indefinite protest on Monday under the banner of the Federation of All School Teachers of Meghalaya (FASTOM), demanding the upgradation of ad hoc schools and ad hoc teachers to the deficit system.

The teachers staged a rally, followed by a sit-in demonstration at the Malki Ground in Shillong.

The rally commenced at the Malki Point and moved through city thoroughfares before culminating at the Malki Ground, where the sit-in continued. The participants were mostly from the Garo Hills.

Speaking to reporters, FASTOM vice president Sanborn Jungai said the protest became necessary due to the government’s failure to address their de

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