In a major crackdown on negligence in government schools, the District Education Officer (Secondary Education), Amritsar, conducted a surprise inspection on December 23, 2025. The inspection at Government Senior Secondary School (GSSS) Chabba revealed shocking lapses, leading to an immediate “Warning Letter” for the school staff.
Key Highlights
- Inspection Date: December 23, 2025
- School Checked: GSSS Chabba, District Amritsar 1
- Key Issues: Teachers sitting in the sun, dirty classrooms, poor exam conduct
- Action Taken: Written explanation summoned by Dec 24, 2025 (10:00 AM) 2
Full Details: What Was Found?
During the sudden visit, the inspection team found the school administration in a very poor state. The official notice lists 12 specific shortcomings:
1. Teachers Ignoring Duty:
Two teachers, Mandeep Singh (English Master) and Harpreet Kaur (Science Mistress), were found sitting outside in the sun with their classes instead of teaching in classrooms3.
2. Exam Negligence:
- Only 50% of students were present for the CEP (Competency Enhancement Program) exam.
- Class 11 and 12 students were combined in a chaotic crowd (“jhund”) to take their exams, compromising the integrity of the test4.
3. Poor Management & Hygiene:
- Classrooms were extremely dirty with piles of garbage visible.
- No subject charts were displayed in classrooms.
- The security guard was missing from his duty post.
- Several staff members were on leave without applying for it online5.
Impact: Strict Action Initiated
The DEO has termed this a clear case of “negligence by the School Head and Administration.”
- Warning Issued: A “Taadna Patar” (Warning Letter) has been issued to the entire staff.
- Urgent Summons: The School In-charge must appear personally at the DEO office on December 24, 2025, at 10:00 AM with a written explanation6.
- Staff Recall: The clerk and employees who were absent/on leave have also been ordered to appear7.
Official Source / Notice Reference
Authority: Office of District Education Officer (SE), Amritsar
Letter Number: Steno-Gen/2025371013
Date: 23-12-2025
Addressed To: Mr. Ravinder Singh, In-charge, Govt Senior Secondary School, Chabba8.
FAQs (Frequently Asked Questions)
Q1. What happens if teachers are found sitting in the sun?
As per this notice, it is considered negligence of duty. The teachers have been named in the official warning letter.
Q2. What is the CEP exam mentioned?
CEP stands for Competency Enhancement Program, a test designed to check student learning levels in Punjab government schools.
Q3. Did the DEO suspend anyone?
Currently, a written explanation has been demanded. Further action will depend on the explanation provided on Dec 24.
Q4. Is this notice for all schools in Punjab?
This specific notice is for GSSS Chabba (Amritsar), but it serves as a warning for all schools to maintain discipline and cleanliness.
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