Bangladesh Technical Teachers Demand Nationalization, Reforms

The Bangladesh Technical Teachers and Employees Council has put forth a comprehensive 10-point demand, calling for significant reforms within the nation's education sector. At a press conference held at the Jatiya Press Club in Dhaka, the council outlined its key proposals, which include the nationalization of the entire education system and the implementation of a transfer policy to facilitate movement between institutions for teachers and employees.

Council General Secretary Abul Bashar read a statement highlighting the persistent issues plaguing technical and vocational education. He described it as a sector that has long suffered from neglect, discrimination, and weak governance. The organization issued a stern warning, indicating that more assertive actions would be taken if the government does not meet these demands.

Among the critical demands are the requirement for educational institutions to deposit their income into the state treasury. The council also called for the introduction of at least two technical trade courses in every secondary school and college. Furthermore, they seek the restoration of two trade instructor posts for each existing trade.

Additional demands include the timely payment of salaries and decisive action against corruption within the Directorate of Technical Education and the Bangladesh Technical Education Board. The council also advocates for the establishment of a separate ministry dedicated to technical education, the provision of modern laboratories, enhanced teacher training programs, and MPO (Monthly Pay Order) coverage for all recognized non-MPO technical institutions. Council President Matiur Rahman and other leaders were present at the press conference.

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technical and vocational education had long suffered from neglect, discrimination and weak governance.