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Odisha Plans 45,000 Teacher Appointments Over Three Years

Odisha’s Chief Minister said the state plans to hire 45,000 teachers over the next three years.

He shared this plan with students in Cuttack on Teachers’ Day.

He said teachers help children learn and grow into responsible people.

He asked students not to spend too much time on social media.

Instead, he told them to focus on school and their future careers.

The government is also working on free education from kindergarten through postgraduate study.

It is building 2,200 model primary schools and has opened 45,000 nursery schools.

Officials also want to provide meals, textbooks, and support for tribal students.

Key facts

Teaching posts: 45,000 vacant school teaching posts are to be filled over three years.
Announcement venue: Secondary Board High School, Cuttack.
Free education scheme: Odisha has introduced a “KG to PG” free education scheme, according to the chief minister.
Model schools: 2,200 Godavarish Mishra Adarsh Pratamika Vidyalayas are being built at a cost of Rs 12,000 crore.
Nursery schools: 45,000 nursery schools have been opened for pre-school children.
Student support: The government reiterated plans for mid-day meals and textbooks for Classes 9 and 10, along with Shahid Madho Singh Hath Kharcha Yojana for tribal children.

thehindubusinessline.com · 4 hrs ago