Nagaland Government Reverts 33 Teachers to Eastern Districts Amid ENSF Agitation

In response to the ongoing agitation by the Eastern Naga Students’ Federation (ENSF), the Nagaland government has decided to revert 33 teachers to their original postings in the eastern districts of the state. The decision was confirmed by officials on September 19, 2025, following disruptions caused by the ENSF's protests, which had been demanding the reversal of transfers that they claimed exacerbated staff shortages in the region. The ENSF had raised concerns that the transfer of teachers from the eastern districts to other parts of the state had led to a significant shortage of educational staff in their areas, adversely affecting the quality of education. The federation had been staging protests and engaging in dialogues with the government to address these concerns. The government's decision to revert the teachers is seen as an effort to address the grievances of the ENSF and ensure that the educational needs of the eastern districts are met. However, the move has sparked debates regarding the challenges of balancing administrative decisions with the practical realities on the ground. Education officials have stated that while the reversion of teachers is a step towards addressing the immediate concerns, long-term solutions will require comprehensive planning and resource allocation to ensure that all districts, including the eastern ones, have adequate educational staff and infrastructure. The ENSF has welcomed the government's decision but has emphasized the need for continued dialogue to address other underlying issues affecting the education system in the eastern districts. They have also called for regular monitoring and evaluation to ensure that the reverted teachers are effectively integrated into their previous postings and that the quality of education improves. As the situation develops, stakeholders from various sectors are closely monitoring the impact of this decision on the education system in Nagaland, with hopes that it will lead to more balanced and effective educational policies in the future.