Kulgam, Jul 4: Minister for Education, Health, and Social Welfare Sakeena Itoo on Saturday ordered a time-bound inquiry into the controversy surrounding books published under Samagra Shiksha, asserting that those responsible for the objectionable content “will not be spared.”
Describing the issue as “intolerable and unacceptable,” Itoo said she has already directed the Secretary, School Education Department, to initiate a probe into the matter.
“The issue is ‘intolerable and unacceptable,'” the minister said, adding that the government has ordered a “time-bound inquiry” to establish responsibility for the controversial content.
Itoo said that those found guilty would face strict action.
“The inquiry has been initiated, and the culprits will be dealt with as per law,” Itoo said, reaffirming the government’s commitment to maintaining the integrity of the education system.
The minister reiterated that “those responsible for the controversial content in books published under Samagra Shiksha will not be spared,” emphasising that accountability would be fixed once the inquiry is completed.
The controversy over the content of the Samagra Shiksha books has triggered widespread criticism, prompting the government to order an official investigation into how the material found its way into educational publications.
