Allahabad High Court Orders Investigation into Teacher's Reinstatement in Barabanki
Allahabad HC orders probe into 'reinstatement' of teacher in UP's Barabanki
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The Lucknow Bench of the Allahabad High Court has ordered a special task force investigation into the alleged irregular reinstatement of teacher Abhay Kumar at City Intermediate College in Barabanki, Uttar Pradesh, citing concerns over legality and manipulation of records. The court also mandated the recovery of his salary paid during the disputed period.
- 01The Allahabad High Court ordered a probe into the reinstatement of a teacher at City Intermediate College in Barabanki.
- 02The court found the reinstatement of teacher Abhay Kumar to be prima facie illegal.
- 03Disciplinary proceedings were ordered against the former joint director of education in the Ayodhya division.
- 04The District Inspector of Schools in Barabanki has been transferred to ensure a fair investigation.
- 05The court emphasized the need for better communication within the education department.
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The Lucknow Bench of the Allahabad High Court has initiated an investigation into the alleged irregularities surrounding the reinstatement of Abhay Kumar, a teacher at City Intermediate College in Barabanki, Uttar Pradesh. The court found the reinstatement to be prima facie illegal, as Kumar had previously joined an Eklavya Model Residential School in Chhattisgarh without permission from the college management. Despite this, he was allowed to rejoin the college in September 2025, with salary payments initiated for October 2025. The court expressed doubts regarding the roles of the District Inspector of Schools, the college principal, and Kumar himself, prompting a detailed inquiry. Additionally, disciplinary proceedings were ordered against the former joint director of education in the Ayodhya division. The court also directed the Uttar Pradesh chief secretary to improve communication within the education department to prevent such disputes in the future. The next hearing is scheduled for May 28, where a compliance report will be reviewed.
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The investigation could lead to significant changes in hiring and reinstatement practices within educational institutions in Uttar Pradesh, ensuring greater accountability.
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