Delhi, India – The Delhi Cabinet approved a significant salary increase for vocational and Samagra Shiksha Abhiyan teachers on [Insert Date of Approval Here] . Chief Minister Rekha Gupta led the cabinet meeting where the decision was made. This aims to improve teacher compensation and acknowledge their work.
Salary Hike Details
The new salary structure benefits two groups of educators. Vocational teachers will see their monthly pay jump to ₹38,100. Previously, their salaries ranged from ₹20,000 to ₹23,000.
Samagra Shiksha Abhiyan teachers will now earn ₹35,420 per month. Their previous salary was ₹21,000.
Who Benefits
The pay raise affects 1,131 vocational teachers. It also impacts teachers working at 784 Samagra Shiksha Abhiyan centers. These centers focus on educating children who are not in mainstream schooling.
The government's objective is clear. They want to strengthen skill-based education. The increase also seeks to retain qualified teachers. Better pay can improve teacher retention. It also aims to enhance the learning quality for disadvantaged students.
Government's Goal
Chief Minister Rekha Gupta stated the decision recognizes teacher dedication. This applies to those in special training and vocational sectors. The government aims for pay parity with primary teachers. This move is part of a broader effort to strengthen Delhi's education system.
The salary revision is expected to improve the quality of education. It directly impacts thousands of students across Delhi.
| Teacher Category | New Monthly Salary | Previous Salary Range |
| Vocational Teachers | ₹38,100 | ₹20,000 – ₹23,000 |
| Samagra Shiksha Abhiyan Teachers | ₹35,420 | ₹21,000 |
