BJP flags language imbalance in Jharkhand teacher recruitment policy

BJP Jharkhand president and MP Aditya Sahu has written to Chief Minister Hemant Soren, urging the state government to avoid any language-based dispute while finalising rules for teacher recruitment.

In his letter, Sahu said Jharkhand has historically been a linguistically diverse region where tribal and local communities have coexisted with multiple languages and dialects, cautioning that any selective approach at the policy level could create divisions and hamper progress.

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Referring to the delay in conducting the Jharkhand Teacher Eligibility Test (JTET) for nearly a decade, he noted that the Jharkhand High Court has directed the state to complete the recruitment process by March 31, 2026, and that the Education Department is currently framing rules in this regard.

Sahu expressed concern over the proposed identification of regional and tribal languages on a district-wise basis, stating that it may trigger fresh disputes and affect employment prospects of candidates.

He pointed out that languages such as Odia and Bangla are being considered in districts bordering Odisha and West Bengal, but questioned why Bhojpuri, Magahi, Kurmali, Angika and Maithili spoken in districts bordering Bihar, including Palamu, Garhwa, Latehar and parts of Santhal Pargana, have not been given similar consideration.

The BJP leader further said that the youth in the state are already facing uncertainty due to delays in recruitment, cancellation of examinations and alleged irregularities in selection processes.

He urged the government to take into account ground realities and ensure inclusion of all relevant languages in the policy framework to avoid unrest and ensure fair opportunities.