Agartala, 4th November 2026 : Allegations of irregularities and administrative negligence in the state’s education system have triggered fresh resentment among parents in Khowai, with questions being raised over the conduct of examinations and the functioning of government-run Vidya Jyoti schools.
The latest controversy centres on the alleged inclusion of questions outside the prescribed CBSE curriculum in the Class IV English mid-term examination. Parents have claimed that a question on letter writing, which they maintain is not part of the prescribed syllabus for the class, was included in the question paper, raising concerns over the fairness of the evaluation process.
Adding to their grievances, parents alleged that a question requiring students to write a story based on an illustration contained a black-and-white image, making it difficult for young examinees to understand the context and frame their answers properly. They fear that students may lose marks due to shortcomings in the question paper rather than their academic performance.
Parents have also questioned the availability of qualified English teachers in Vidya Jyoti schools, alleging that regular classroom teaching is frequently disrupted due to staff shortages. They argued that students should not be made to suffer academically because of administrative lapses or inadequate teaching arrangements.
Meanwhile, complaints have emerged from several government schools across Khowai district over alleged violations of examination-related procedures. Parents claimed that answer scripts of the first periodic test (PT-1) are not being shown to students or guardians despite dates being announced for the purpose. Delays in evaluating mid-term answer scripts have further added to their concerns.
The delay in conducting examinations has also become a contentious issue. According to parents, while government-approved private schools conducted their mid-term examinations on schedule, several government schools postponed theirs by nearly a month, disrupting the academic calendar and increasing pressure on students.
Concerns have also been raised over the delayed distribution of textbooks, with the second installment reportedly yet to reach all schools. This has created uncertainty over preparations for the upcoming second periodic test (PT-2) and annual examinations.
Irregular teacher attendance, alleged unauthorised leave, inadequate classroom instruction and the absence of proper monitoring by the Education Department have further intensified dissatisfaction among parents.
Concerned citizens have urged the authorities to ensure timely textbook distribution, adequate deployment of qualified teachers, regular classroom teaching and strict adherence to prescribed syllabi while preparing examination papers.
With Chief Minister Prof. Dr. Manik Saha also holding the Education portfolio, aggrieved parents have appealed for his direct intervention. They have demanded a thorough review of the alleged irregularities and corrective measures, stressing that young students must not become victims of administrative negligence and shortcomings within the education system.
