Agartala, 8th June 2026: The All Tripura School Computer Shikshak Sangh (ATSCSS) has raised strong concerns over the current state of ICT (Information and Communication Technology) education in the state, alleging systemic neglect of computer instructors and over-reliance on third-party agencies in government schools.
In a detailed statement issued on June 8, the organization highlighted that despite ambitious initiatives like “Digital India” and the vision of building a technologically advanced Tripura, the ground reality of computer education remains inadequate. The Sangh emphasized that ICT education is crucial in today’s digital era and must be strengthened from the grassroots level, particularly in schools.
According to the statement, ICT instructors are burdened with multiple non-teaching responsibilities such as clerical work, exam duties, and other administrative tasks, which dilute the quality of computer education. Moreover, many instructors are engaged through third-party agencies, a system the Sangh claims prioritizes business interests over educational outcomes.
The organization further alleged that despite performing duties comparable to regular teaching staff, ICT instructors receive disproportionately low salaries. It pointed out that although a nominal monthly salary of Rs 10,000 is sanctioned under third-party arrangements, deductions such as EPF, ESIC, and professional tax reduce the take-home amount to around Rs 8,000, raising serious concerns about fair compensation.
ATSCS argued that outsourcing of ICT education undermines both the quality of instruction and the welfare of educators. It urged the state government to bring ICT education directly under the School Education Department, in line with central guidelines, instead of continuing with outsourced models.
The Sangh also put forward two key demands: First, computer education should be made a compulsory subject in schools, with proper evaluation systems to ensure its academic importance. It also called for the provision of guidebooks or study materials for students. Second, the implementation of ICT education should be carried out directly by the state government under the Samagra Shiksha framework, ensuring job security and better service conditions for ICT instructors.
Reaffirming its commitment to improving the education system, ATSCS appealed to the government to take immediate steps to enhance the standard of ICT education and safeguard the rights and livelihoods of computer teachers across the state.
The organization warned that neglecting these issues could hinder the broader goals of digital empowerment and educational development in Tripura.
