India, Feb. 3 -- Over 44% of the posts of principal in government senior secondary schools across Punjab remain vacant, with 856 out of 1,927 total positions yet to be filled. This shortage is particularly pronounced in several districts with certain areas facing an alarming vacancy rate.

This was stated by the Democratic Teachers Front (DTF), which highlighted that more than 50% of schools in 10 districts and 77 education blocks are facing this crisis. DTF president Vikram Dev Singh stated that the situation is critical across several districts, with Mansa, Barnala, Moga and Sangrur among the most affected. The DTF is an association of teachers representing primary and secondary schools across the state.

The front stated that Mansa top...