Naga People's Front lauds government's move to halt regularisation order

• DIMAPUR — The Naga People's Front (NPF) has lauded the state government’s decision to keep in abeyance the absorption of 147 contractual assistant professors.
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• In a press release on Tuesday, the NPF said the decision reflects attentiveness to the genuine concerns expressed by student bodies, civil society organisations, and other stakeholders regarding the need for adherence to fair and established recruitment norms.

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• Maintaining that the NPF firmly upholds the principles of transparency, fairness, and meritocracy in public appointments, the regional party called upon the government to initiate inclusive and thorough consultations with all relevant parties to ensure that the final outcome protects the integrity of the recruitment process while safeguarding the rights of deserving candidates.
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• “We also recognise the dedicated contributions made by contractual faculty members across Nagaland’s higher education institutions. Their commitment and service have played a vital role in sustaining academic excellence. As such, we believe that any future course of action must account for their contributions and consider the wider impact on the academic ecosystem.
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• “The NPF reaffirms its commitment to supporting policies and initiatives that strengthen Nagaland’s educational system and uphold the values of justice, equity, and inclusive progress,” the release stated.