In a bid to address declining academic standards, the Inspector of Schools in Assam’s Kamrup (Metro) district has issued show-cause notices to the principals and headmasters of five government-run high schools in Guwahati. The action follows the schools’ underwhelming results in the 2025 High School Leaving Certificate (HSLC) examination, raising concerns about the quality of education in these institutions.
The notices, served by the state’s education department, require the school heads to submit written explanations within seven days, justifying the poor performance of their students. The move comes after the Assam State School Education Board announced the 2025 HSLC results, revealing an overall pass percentage of 63.98%, a significant drop from the previous year’s 75.7%. The targeted schools reportedly recorded pass rates far below the state average, with some struggling to achieve even minimal success.
Education officials emphasized that the notices are part of a broader effort to hold schools accountable and improve academic outcomes. The department has warned that failure to provide satisfactory responses could lead to further disciplinary measures, though specific consequences were not detailed. The initiative reflects the state’s push to identify and address systemic issues, such as inadequate teaching methods or resource constraints, that may have contributed to the subpar results.
The development has sparked discussions among parents and educators, with some calling for greater support for schools rather than punitive actions. As the deadline for responses approaches, all eyes are on how the schools will address the allegations and what steps the education department will take next to ensure better performance in future examinations.
