Agartala, 14 Oct 2026: Chief Minister Prof. (Dr.) Manik Saha on Wednesday distributed job offer letters to 1,452 candidates selected for Graduate Teacher posts, reiterating the state government’s commitment to transparent recruitment, quality education and employment generation.
The programme was held at the International Fair Ground in Hapania, where offer letters were distributed to 686 candidates selected through the Selection Test for Graduate Teachers (STGT) for Classes IX and X, and 766 candidates selected through TET-2 for Classes VI to VIII.
Addressing the gathering, the Chief Minister said the state government was committed to building a skilled and developed Tripura by expanding access to quality education. He emphasised that recruitment was being carried out transparently, based on merit, to provide employment opportunities to unemployed youth.
Saha stated that 23,986 candidates had been recruited across various government departments so far, while another 26,000 youths had been engaged through outsourcing in different departments. He said these initiatives had brought relief and happiness to thousands of families across the state.
Regarding TET-1 recruitment, the Chief Minister said the matter was pending before the court and the government could not interfere while the legal proceedings continued.
He further said the recruitment of teachers was aimed at maintaining an appropriate teacher-student ratio in schools and improving the quality of education. To integrate technology into learning, 1,389 schools have been brought under the Information and Communication Technology (ICT) project, while smart classrooms have been introduced in 1,210 schools and tinkering laboratories established in 367 schools.
Additionally, Teaching-Learning Material (TLM) Parks have been set up in 2,138 schools to encourage students, particularly those studying in remote areas.
The Chief Minister said the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020, introduced under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, was helping transform the education system into a more progressive, student-friendly and skill-oriented framework.
Highlighting initiatives to promote girls’ education, Saha said bicycles had been provided to 1.64 lakh girl students across Tripura. He also referred to the distribution of iPads to promote technology-based learning and scholarships for meritorious students under the CM-SATH scheme. Other initiatives, including Super-30, are also supporting students in pursuing their educational goals.
Addressing the newly recruited teachers, the Chief Minister described teachers as the architects of the younger generation’s future and the backbone of the nation. He urged them to remain compassionate towards students, continuously upgrade their knowledge and acquire new skills to meet the changing demands of education.
He emphasised that teaching was not merely a profession but a responsibility to shape the future of students and contribute to nation-building.
School Education Secretary Milind Ramteke delivered the welcome address. Director of the School Education Department L. Darlong attended the programme as a special guest, while Director of Elementary Education Dr. Samit Roy Chowdhury presided over the event.
