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Kohima: The Naga Students' Federation (NSF) is pushing the Nagaland government to pass the Nagaland Non-Government Educational Institutions (Regulation of Fees) Act. They want the law on the books within six months. The federation submitted a formal request to the state's Chief Secretary this week.
NSF President Mteisuding and Education Committee convenor Pithungo Shitio say the move aims to stop arbitrary price hikes. They claim these increases harass parents and students. The federation also wants to ensure teachers get paid what they are owed. "It should also regulate the salaries of teachers employed in private institutions, who are often deprived of their rightful remuneration," the group stated.
The federation spent time studying how private schools run in the state. They admit these schools provide quality education and good results. Still, they argue that a monitoring system is needed. The proposed rules would track factors like school location, available infrastructure, and specific course offerings. Officials would also look at staff qualifications, annual pay bumps, and the cost of educating each student versus the school's total income.
The NSF demands a clear timeline for the overhaul. They want the government to form a high-powered committee within one month to hammer out the details. The policy should be ready in three months. The federation promised to hand over their own draft policy to help the government get started.
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