Odisha's Chief Minister Inspires New Teachers to Build Confidence in Students

Empowering Educators in Odisha

Bhubaneswar: On Sunday, Odisha's Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi encouraged newly appointed school teachers to foster a sense of security and self-esteem in their students, urging them to act as supportive friends.

During a ceremony in Bhubaneswar, he handed out appointment letters to 2,067 newly hired sevaks, sevikas, and tribal language educators under the Scheduled Tribes and Scheduled Caste Development, Minorities and Backwards Classes Welfare Department.

Majhi highlighted that the BJP government is systematically addressing vacant teaching positions, fulfilling commitments made ahead of the 2024 Assembly elections.

Since the recruitment initiatives commenced in June 2024, a total of 48,642 individuals have secured employment, according to Majhi.

Emphasizing the government's commitment to teacher recruitment, he noted that 28,693 educators have been appointed thus far.

With scheduled castes and tribes making up nearly 40% of Odisha's population, the government is implementing targeted strategies to improve their educational outcomes.

In line with the National Education Policy-2020, there is a strong focus on teaching in students' native languages at the primary level, with education being provided in ten tribal languages across Odisha's schools.

Majhi cautioned that any irregularities in programs such as the mid-day meal initiative would be met with strict consequences, urging teachers to maintain vigilance.

Additionally, he advised the new recruits to uphold the integrity of the teaching profession and avoid any behavior that could tarnish its reputation.

SC and ST Development Minister Nityananda Gond reminded the new educators that teaching is a noble vocation, not merely a job. He expressed confidence that the aspirations of 'Viksit Bharat' and a 'Prosperous Odisha' can only be achieved when schools evolve into institutions that nurture exemplary citizens.