The Minority Cell of Janata Dal (United) in Delhi has raised concerns over the Bihar government’s decision to set up new degree colleges under the “Seven Resolves-3 (2025–30)” scheme, alleging that Urdu has been excluded from proposed teaching posts.
According to Sajid Mujeeb, president of the JD(U) Delhi Minority Cell, the state’s plan to create thousands of Assistant Professor positions in newly established colleges does not include any dedicated posts for Urdu, which he termed “unfortunate and concerning.”
“The exclusion of Urdu from these appointments is deeply disappointing. It affects the future of thousands of qualified candidates,” he said.
“Urdu is Bihar’s Second Language,” Says JD(U) Leader
Mujeeb stressed that Urdu holds official recognition as Bihar’s second language and has been taught in several universities and colleges across the state for decades.
He said, “Urdu is not just a subject; it is part of Bihar’s educational and cultural identity. Ignoring it in recruitment is unfair to NET-qualified and PhD candidates who have studied the subject seriously.”
He added that many candidates preparing for higher education teaching positions in Urdu are now left without opportunities under the current recruitment structure.
Appeal to Bihar Government for Review of Policy
The JD(U) leader has urged the Bihar government and the education department to reconsider the recruitment framework and ensure inclusion of Urdu subject posts in the newly created colleges.
He has also requested that the government engage with representatives of Urdu teachers and candidates before finalising the recruitment process.
“We are not against any language or subject. The demand is only for fair representation of Urdu in academic appointments,” Mujeeb said.
Reference to National Education Policy
Mujeeb also referred to the National Education Policy (NEP 2020), stating that it promotes the development of regional and mother languages in education.
He argued that excluding Urdu from faculty recruitment goes against the spirit of inclusive education envisioned in the policy.
“The NEP encourages linguistic diversity. Urdu must also receive its rightful space in higher education,” he added.
Demands Put Forward by Minority Cell
The Minority Cell has urged the Bihar government to take several steps, including creating specific Assistant Professor posts for Urdu, reviewing subject-wise recruitment distribution, and ensuring representation of Urdu in future academic appointments.
It has also called for structured dialogue with stakeholders to address concerns of Urdu educators and students.
Call for Inclusive Education Policy
Mujeeb expressed hope that the Bihar government will respond positively to the demand and take steps aligned with “social justice, inclusive education, and linguistic equality.”
He said, “We expect the government to ensure that no language community feels excluded from academic opportunities.”
