Lucknow, India – November 29, 2023 – Hundreds of aspiring teachers gathered at Hussainganj Crossing in Lucknow on Wednesday, November 29, 2023, to protest the ongoing delay in the recruitment process for 69,000 teacher positions in Uttar Pradesh. The protest turned violent when police resorted to a lathi charge, leaving several protesters injured.
The agitated aspirants have been demanding the government to expedite the recruitment process, which has been stalled for several months. They allege that the government's inaction has jeopardized their futures and left them in a state of uncertainty.
"We have been waiting for this recruitment for years," said one of the protesters, who wished to remain anonymous. "We have prepared ourselves for this opportunity, and now the government is playing with our lives."
The protest intensified when police attempted to disperse the crowd using force. According to eyewitnesses, police used batons to charge the protesters, resulting in injuries to several individuals.
"The police action was unprovoked and brutal," said another protester. "We were peacefully protesting our demands, but the police treated us like criminals."
Amidst the chaos, the aspirants expressed their disappointment with the government's failure to address their concerns. They accused the government of being insensitive to their plight and of neglecting their futures.
"The government has failed to assure us of any concrete action," said a third protester. "We have no idea when the recruitment process will resume, and this uncertainty is eating us up."
The protest at Hussainganj Crossing highlights the growing frustration among 69,000 teacher recruitment aspirants in Uttar Pradesh. The government's inaction has caused immense distress and uncertainty among these individuals, who have invested time, effort, and resources in preparing for this opportunity.
The situation demands immediate attention from the government. The authorities must address the aspirants' concerns and expedite the recruitment process to alleviate their anxiety and restore their faith in the system.
