SaralnamaBihar State Primary Teachers' Association held a one-day hunger strike near Nawada's Nagar Thana. Thousands of teachers demanded immediate fulfillment of their 5-point demands. These include salary fixation for teachers who passed competency tests, service continuity benefits, restoration of old pension scheme, pending inter-district transfers, and time-bound promotions. Teachers face monthly losses of ₹5,000 to ₹15,000 due to salary delays. The union warned of an indefinite strike if demands are not met. To join the protest, teachers can contact their local union representatives. (Updated 5 Sep 2025, 17:07 IST; source: link)
Key Points
- Bihar State Primary Teachers' Association held a one-day hunger strike near Nawada's Nagar Thana
- Thousands of teachers demanded immediate fulfillment of their 5-point demands
- These include salary fixation for teachers who passed competency tests, service continuity benefits, restoration of old pension scheme, pending inter-district transfers, and time-bound promotions