Education Minister Takes Action Against Principal’s Unauthorized Travels
Gujarat Education Minister Praful Panseriya has suspended a school principal for traveling to Dubai 33 times without permission over the past two years. This decision has sparked a lot of discussion and raised questions about the principal’s behavior and the oversight within the education system.
The principal, Sanjay Patel, made numerous trips to Dubai without informing the Surat Municipal School Board (MSB). These unauthorized travels were discovered after an anonymous complaint to MSB administrative officer Mehul Patel. The complaint led to a secret inquiry, revealing that Sanjay Patel used reasons like sick leave to justify his absences while traveling abroad.
The investigation showed that Patel broke the Gujarat Civil Services (Conduct) Rule 1971, Section 3, which requires government employees to get permission before traveling abroad. Because of this rule violation, Education Minister Praful Panseriya ordered his immediate suspension. In a video message, Panseriya stressed the government’s commitment to keeping integrity in the education system and acting quickly against rule-breakers.
“We have ordered the suspension of such teachers immediately. We found that 60 teachers had traveled abroad without permission this year, and we suspended them,” Panseriya said. He highlighted the importance of teachers working honestly, especially those in small villages and rural areas.
The suspension of Sanjay Patel is part of a larger effort to crack down on educators who misuse their positions. The Education Department has already dismissed about 60 teachers this year for illegal overseas travel. District education officers are gathering detailed reports on similar cases statewide, and the government plans to take swift legal action against those exploiting their roles for personal gain.
As the investigation continues, the Education Department will also check if Patel received his monthly salary during his foreign trips. If he is found guilty, he will have to repay the full amount. Legal actions are also being considered for breaking the rules and regulations about not getting permission to go abroad.
This action against Sanjay Patel sends a strong message that no one is above the law, and the government is committed to ensuring that educators follow the highest standards of conduct. It is expected to discourage other educators from engaging in similar activities and reinforce the importance of integrity and accountability within the education system.
In conclusion, the suspension of Principal Sanjay Patel for unauthorized trips to Dubai shows the government’s commitment to maintaining ethical standards and accountability in the education system. This decisive action by Education Minister Praful Panseriya makes it clear that rule violations will not be tolerated, and those who misuse their positions will face consequences.
