India, Feb. 11 -- The Maharashtra School Education Department has cancelled the appointment of contractual teachers in government schools with 10 or fewer students following widespread opposition across the state from teacher unions and education activists, who argued that temporary appointments undermine job security and educational quality.

The state government has also announced the second phase of recruitment for government and aided schools, ensuring the appointment of permanent teachers in these institutions. The Education Commissionerate has sent a proposal to the state government to expedite the recruitment process, aiming to resolve the long-standing issue in nearly 6,000 schools across the state.

On Teachers' Day (September 5)...