CEC, LAHDC, Kargil Dr Mohd Jaffer Akoon convened a meeting with Vice Chancellor, University of Ladakh, Dr SK Mehta on January 4 and discussed the issues raised by scholars of Kargil regarding the recent recruitment notice issued by the university.

During the meeting many issues were discussed including reservation of ST posts only for ST Ladakh, ambiguity in seat distribution, display of reservation roaster for the recent advertisement, regularization of casual labourers of UoL and other related issues.

CEC Kargil requested VC UoL to look into the matter seriously to address the concern of scholars. He said that due to the odd geographical constraints of Ladakh and less employment opportunities, preference should be given the local scholars to meet the unemployment issue in the region.

He also said that many scholars have been already teaching on contractual basis in various colleges and have rich experience in teaching. He added that keeping in view their experience, preference should be given to them.

CEC stressed to address the concerns of scholars with the clear understanding to maintain transparency in the recruitment process which is essential to attract qualified individuals and to foster senses of fairness and satisfaction among the scholars.