Ukhrul, September 1, 2026: The Students’ Union of Ukhrul Higher Secondary School has appealed to the Government of Manipur to immediately review and revoke the recent transfer orders of teachers from the institution, warning that an acute shortage of lecturers is seriously affecting the education and future of more than 1,000 students.
The concerns were raised during a press conference conducted by the Students’ Union office bearers, including General Secretary Sangaror Chiphang, Information Secretary Sonia Shimray, Sports Secretary Brilliant Vashum, Finance Secretary Nimso Sangkhro, and Joint Secretary Rita Rai, at the Students’ Union office of Ukhrul Higher Secondary School.
The student representatives said the institution currently has around 1,010 students, including more than 600 students in Classes XI and XII.
They said the shortage of teaching staff has made it increasingly difficult for students to attend regular classes, understand their subjects and prepare adequately for examinations.
The union said the school is facing a shortage of teachers in several key subjects, including English, History, Geography and Science. The students expressed particular concern over the transfer of lecturers following the posting orders issued on August 12, 2026.
According to the union, transferring teachers from a school that is already facing an acute shortage without providing adequate replacements has further worsened the academic situation.
The students said the English department currently has only one serving lecturer against four sanctioned posts. They maintained that the shortage has not only disrupted the regular conduct of classes but has also forced many students to depend heavily on self-study.
“We are trying to educate ourselves, but without proper lecturers, it is very hard to study. We need teachers to explain the subjects, clear our doubts and guide us for our examinations,” the students said.
The union also highlighted the shortage of teachers for theory classes. While some teachers are available to conduct practical classes, the students said there are insufficient lecturers to teach the theoretical portions of several subjects.
They said the lack of regular theory classes and proper academic guidance has adversely affected students’ preparation for examinations, with some students reportedly facing poor academic performance due to inadequate teaching support.
The union stressed that practical education alone cannot adequately prepare students for examinations and said regular theory classes are equally essential for understanding the syllabus and achieving satisfactory academic results.
The shortage of teachers has also affected the Commerce stream, which, according to the students, was available during the previous academic session but has now been discontinued.
The union demanded the restoration of the Commerce stream and said the school requires at least two dedicated teachers for Classes XI and XII—one each for Business Studies and Accountancy.
The students said the absence of teachers in these core subjects has made it difficult for the school to continue the Commerce stream, depriving students of an important educational opportunity.
Apart from the shortage of teachers, the union raised serious concerns over the school’s infrastructure and basic facilities.
With more than 1,000 students, the institution is facing a shortage of classrooms, benches and desks. Several windows are also reportedly damaged, allowing rainwater to enter classrooms during rainfall and leaving benches and desks wet, making it difficult for students to attend classes comfortably.
The students further said that some sections have around 200 students, forcing the school to accommodate large numbers of students in limited classroom space.
They said overcrowded classrooms, inadequate furniture and poor infrastructure are affecting students’ ability to concentrate and learn effectively.
The union also demanded the construction of a large auditorium or multipurpose hall, stating that the existing hall can accommodate only around 150 students.
The limited capacity, they said, makes it difficult for the school to organise major programmes and activities such as Teachers’ Day, Children’s Day and other academic and co-curricular events involving the large student population.
Sanitation facilities were another major concern raised by the Students’ Union.
According to the students, the school has only eight urinals and two toilets for girls, and five urinals and two toilets for boys, facilities they described as grossly inadequate for a student population of more than 1,000.
The students said they are often forced to stand in long queues during the 30-minute recess to use the sanitation facilities, leaving them with little time to rest before returning to class.
They appealed for adequate, hygienic and separate sanitation facilities for both boys and girls.
The Students’ Union maintained that the issue is not merely about teachers, classrooms or infrastructure, but about the future of the students.
They stressed that teachers play a crucial role not only in delivering academic lessons but also in guiding students, preparing them for examinations and helping them develop knowledge, values and confidence.
“Without teachers, we cannot do anything. We need teachers to guide us in everything. We need them to provide us with basic knowledge, morality and values in our lives,” the students said.
The union warned that the continued shortage of teachers could seriously affect students preparing for board and competitive examinations. It maintained that students should not be made to suffer the consequences of administrative decisions and inadequate educational facilities.
The Students’ Union has submitted a memorandum to the Chief Minister through the Deputy Commissioner, Ukhrul, seeking urgent intervention from the Government of Manipur.
Among its key demands are the return of transferred teachers, immediate filling of vacant lecturer posts, enhancement of sanctioned posts, restoration of the Commerce stream with dedicated teachers for Business Studies and Accountancy, construction of 15 to 20 additional classrooms, a multipurpose hall, adequate benches and desks, repair of damaged windows, improved sanitation facilities and the introduction of smart classrooms equipped with computers and internet connectivity.
The union appealed to the government to act without further delay, maintaining that a school with more than 1,000 students cannot provide quality education when it lacks adequate teachers and essential infrastructure.
Stating that every day without proper teaching represents a loss to the education and future of students, the Students’ Union urged the Government of Manipur to take immediate and concrete steps to address the academic and infrastructure crisis at Ukhrul Higher Secondary School.
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