New Delhi- Udaipur MP Dr. Mannalal Rawat raised the issue of severe shortage of teachers in higher education institutions in Parliament on Monday. He highlighted this under Rule 377, stating that it is not only adversely affecting the teaching system but also limiting employment opportunities for the youth.

The MP cited the example of Government Girls College, Kherwada (in Udaipur district), where he recently visited his parliamentary constituency. Tribal girl students there informed him that teaching positions have remained vacant for a long time, severely impacting their education and academic quality. Dr. Rawat explained that this is not limited to just one institution; similar situations exist in nearly all universities and colleges across the country.

He noted that millions of youth are pursuing higher education in the country, often referred to as the "Amrit Peedhi" (Amrit Generation). Experienced and permanent teachers play a crucial role in their skill development, academic understanding, and overall personality building.

However, due to the massive shortage of teachers, the quality of education is suffering, and employment prospects for the youth are also being restricted.

The MP emphasized that if these vacant positions are filled promptly, it would provide quality education to the youth while creating large-scale employment opportunities.

Dr. Rawat urged the government to issue directions through the University Grants Commission (UGC) to all state universities and colleges to fill the vacant teaching posts at the earliest. He also requested special central assistance from the central government for this purpose.