DTF demands appointment letters for 5994 ETT Teachers in Punjab Protest
Ferozepur, October 17, 2024: Members of the Democratic Teachers' Front (DTF) voiced their support for the ongoing protest by selected ETT (Elementary Teacher Training) teachers, urging the issuance of letters.
The protest, which started on September ance of appointment 29, 2024, has been held near Education Minister’s village, Gambhirpur, and later at Dher village.
DTF leaders, including State President Vikramdev Singh and General Secretary Mahinder Kaurianwali, joined the protest to strengthen demands for prompt teacher appointments.
Before participating in the sit-in, the DTF led a march through Gambhirpur, submitting a memorandum via district authorities to the Education Minister. The memorandum requested immediate issuance of appointment letters for the 5,994 selected ETT teachers to address critical school staffing needs.
During the rally, leaders such as DTF's Vikramdev Singh and Federation President Germanjit Singh criticized the government for its delays, suggesting that these recruitment setbacks reflect a lack of educational commitment. They highlighted that while millions are spent on promotional banners, the future of countless students remains uncertain due to inadequate teacher recruitment.
Addressing the crowd, the leaders emphasized that these appointments are a lingering issue from the previous government. They argued that, while youth continue to pay the price for government inefficiency, DTF remains steadfast in its support for their cause. DTF further announced a donation of ₹21,000 to support the protesters’ needs.
Among the participants were Hardeep Todarpur, Gurpyaar Kotli, and other prominent educators. The protest saw broad support from teachers across the region, all standing in solidarity for timely issuance of appointment letters and a fairer future for Punjab’s youth.