United News of Bangladesh

Recommended candidates of Primary Assistant Teacher Recruitment–2025 stage protests on Sunday morning in front of the National Museum at Shahbagh, demanding the immediate issuance of their appointment letters. At the beginning of the demonstration, the protesters attempted to block the main intersection, said witnesses. As police intervened, after which they staged a sit-in in front of the museum. Later, a 10-member delegation went to the Ministry of Education for discussions. The protesters said they will continue their sit-in until their demand is met and they receive appointment letters. The final results published on February 8  recommended over 14,384 candidates for appointment with district-wise lists issued by the Directorate of Primary Education. However, the candidates said that despite completing police verification, medical examinations, and other required procedures, appointment letters have not yet been issued even after more than two months. A candidate from Sunamganj said, “We are feeling very uncertain and mentally stressed over the delay in appointment letters. If our demand is not met immediately, we may launch a tougher programme.” State Minister for Primary and Mass Education Bobby Hajjaj wrote on his Facebook account that he has spoken with the delegation and assured that the matter will be addressed seriously.